The course combines an overview of the structural properties of biological macromolecules with basic knowledge of technologies used to analyze their structure. Specific topics will be used as a starting point to explore molecular approaches to understanding and treatment of human diseases.
F6L5014 Structure and Funktion of Biological Macromolecules 7.5 credits
This course has been discontinued.
Last planned examination: Autumn 2023
Decision to discontinue this course:
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Information for research students about course offerings
No planned courses in the next coming year.
Course offerings are missing for current or upcoming semesters.
Headings with content from the Course syllabus F6L5014 (Autumn 2012–) are denoted with an asterisk ( )
Content and learning outcomes
Course contents
Intended learning outcomes
An introduction to structural biology.
Literature and preparations
Specific prerequisites
Acceptet for doctoral studies at KTH or Karolinska Institutet.
Recommended prerequisites
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Equipment
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Literature
Branden, C I & Tooze, J, Introduction to Protein Structure, Garland Publishing 1999, ISBN 0-815-32305-0.
Creighton, T E, Proteins: Structures and Molecular Properties, Freeman 1992, ISBN 0-7167-7030-X.
Handouts from the current literature.
Examination and completion
If the course is discontinued, students may request to be examined during the following two academic years.
Grading scale
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Examination
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Based on recommendation from KTH’s coordinator for disabilities, the examiner will decide how to adapt an examination for students with documented disability.
The examiner may apply another examination format when re-examining individual students.
Case report on a specific topic with high relevance to the course content.
Other requirements for final grade
Quality and content of case report.
Opportunity to complete the requirements via supplementary examination
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Opportunity to raise an approved grade via renewed examination
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Examiner
Ethical approach
- All members of a group are responsible for the group's work.
- In any assessment, every student shall honestly disclose any help received and sources used.
- In an oral assessment, every student shall be able to present and answer questions about the entire assignment and solution.
Further information
Course room in Canvas
Registered students find further information about the implementation of the course in the course room in Canvas. A link to the course room can be found under the tab Studies in the Personal menu at the start of the course.
Offered by
Main field of study
This course does not belong to any Main field of study.
Education cycle
Third cycle
Add-on studies
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Contact
Caroline Jägerskiöld