I completed an online future learn course on biochemistry which was both interesting and useful as it gave me more of an idea about what biochemistry entails and the different jobs that involve this area of science. Over the first week, I watched a number of videos and read articles about biochemistry in general. These videos involved listening to a number of experienced professors who have a background in biochemistry after having studied it at university and now putting their knowledge into practice in their careers. Out of the topics covered, I learnt more about basic biochemistry skills and had a go at the random quizzes that were set by the course. To round up the first week I took part in an online discussion about what I felt biochemistry meant to me, in which I discussed how different aspects of biology and chemistry overlap. In week 2 I was introduced to metabolism and energetics again looking at the timeline of significant discoveries in this area. The articles I read and the videos I watched interested me as they involved learning more about enzymes and proteins and how they are involved in both the lab and in the body. This was also directly linked to solving energy problems through the use of enzymes in biochemistry as many of the professors talked about the use of bioenergy and the potential for the future. Finally, in week 3 there was more of a focus around synthetic biology and the production of natural products and drugs for the use of the medical industry. This involved various articles around vitamin C as well as an experiment involving measuring the vitamin C content of aqueous solutions. Many of the videos delivered by the different professors were focused on the future of biochemistry for the future such as its importance in the creation of antibiotics, as well as its relation to plant biochemistry. To finish off this course I was informed about different career paths involving biochemistry which helped me gain a clearer picture of its application to real life problems. To add to this, the ‘breadth of biochemistry’ article gave me an idea of the skills required to enter this area of work, such as advanced analytical skills, problem solving and good communicative skills.
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Fred Kenneally
8/28/2016 02:59:26 am
I am checking up on you. Well done Ciara. XXXX
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Mr Lovat
9/6/2016 03:31:06 pm
This is a really interesting reflection on your wider learning. Fantastic Ciara. It reveals a deep interest in the subject and careful consideration of your potential future in biological research.
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12/24/2020 02:31:01 am
Biochemists are scientists who study the chemistry of living things. Harbor Compounding Pharmacy is providing better health solutions. Their work includes studying the complex chemical combinations and reactions involved in metabolism, reproduction, growth, and heredity. Some biochemists do basic research that expands scientific knowledge about the chemistry of living things.
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