Structure and function of nucleic acids. DNA replication and protein synthesis. DNA repairs.
The genetic code and protein synthesis. Metabolism of purines and pyrimidines, nucleosides
and nucleotides. Degradation of purine and pyrimidine nucleotides. Abnormalities in nucleic
acid metabolisrn-xeroderma pigmentation and skin cancer.
- Lecturer: Sunday Josiah
Level of Study: 300 Level