Life in the Universe: Chemical Processes
Explore key chemical processes that sustain life, from protein and ammonia synthesis to photosynthesis, through Nobel Prize-winning research insights.
Explore key chemical processes that sustain life, from protein and ammonia synthesis to photosynthesis, through Nobel Prize-winning research insights.
This comprehensive course explores fundamental chemical processes vital to life in the universe. Starting with the Bohr model of hydrogen atoms, students progress through chemical evolution, protein synthesis, photosynthesis, and ammonia synthesis. The curriculum incorporates Nobel Lectures and key scientific papers, providing deep insights into remarkable scientific discoveries. Topics include electron energy levels, amino acid production, protein structure determination, oxidation-reduction principles in photosynthesis, and the revolutionary Haber process for ammonia synthesis. Students gain practical knowledge of experimental techniques like electrophoresis, mass spectrometry, and X-ray crystallography, while understanding how these processes interconnect to support life.
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What you'll learn
Understand the electronic structure of atoms and the octet rule
Explain how amino acids can be synthesized from inorganic substances
Master techniques for protein structure determination
Analyze the chemical principles behind photosynthesis
Evaluate the significance of ammonia synthesis in sustaining life
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There are 5 modules in this course
This course provides a comprehensive exploration of chemical principles essential for understanding life in the universe. Beginning with atomic structure through the Bohr model, it progresses to complex topics like protein synthesis, photosynthesis, and ammonia synthesis. The curriculum incorporates Nobel Lectures and significant scientific papers, offering students insights into groundbreaking discoveries. Through the study of chemical evolution, protein structures, and fundamental processes like oxidation-reduction in photosynthesis, students gain a deep understanding of life's chemical foundations. The course emphasizes practical knowledge through various experimental techniques and highlights the interconnections between plant and animal life through chemical processes.
Bohr model
Module 1 · 1 Weeks to complete
Chemical evolution
Module 2 · 1 Weeks to complete
Protein structure
Module 3 · 1 Weeks to complete
Photosynthesis
Module 4 · 1 Weeks to complete
Synthesis of ammonia
Module 5 · 1 Weeks to complete
Instructors
A Pioneer in Chemistry and Science Education
Hie-Joon Kim is a distinguished Professor Emeritus at the Department of Chemistry, Seoul National University, with a remarkable academic journey that began with earning his Ph.D. from the University of Chicago in 1977. His expertise spans across Protein Mass Spectrometry, Flipped Learning, and Science Communication, making significant contributions to proteome analysis and database searching protocols. His research has been particularly influential in the field of protein identification methods for high-throughput analysis of human proteome. Kim has authored notable works including "Philosophical Questions Scientific Answers" and "Chemistry of Life, Chemistry for Life," which demonstrate his commitment to making scientific concepts accessible to broader audiences. His work in proteome analysis has helped establish filtering protocols using reversed sequence database searches, particularly in the context of human plasma proteome analysis. Through his career, he has bridged the gap between complex chemical concepts and public understanding, while maintaining a strong focus on advancing scientific research methodologies.
A Rising Scholar Bridging Chemistry and Biology
Tony Cho serves as a Teaching Assistant at Seoul National University, bringing his strong academic background from the University of California, Berkeley, where he completed his Bachelor's degree in Chemical Biology. As a doctoral student at Seoul National University, he combines his teaching responsibilities with advanced research, contributing to the academic excellence of one of Asia's leading institutions while furthering his expertise in the intersection of chemistry and biological sciences.
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