This course seeks to promote understanding of the significance of natural products in terms of their biosynthesis, biological activity and chemical synthesis, combining organic chemistry and biological chemistry.
It will focus on the diversity of natural products and their roles in biological systems, the chemistry and biosynthesis of the major natural product classes and the synthesis of important natural products.
A special emphasis will be placed on how chemical structure affects the physiological function of various natural products.
Course Code:
CHE 412
No. of Credits:
3
Level:
Level 400
Course Semester:
Second Semester
Select Programme(s):
Chemistry