BIO 2310

An introduction to molecular biology from a physics perspective. Topics covered include diffusion and random walks; fluid mechanics, especially low Reynolds number; single molecule mechanics of biopolymers; statistical physics in a form suitable for single-molecule experiments; co-operativity and self-assembly; molecular machines; and neural signaling. Techniques and methodologies, both experimental and computational, are included in the presentation of each topic. Three credits, Three hours lecture per week.