The aim of this course is to help students understand the chemical reactions occurring in living cells and organisms, as well as the structure, functions, and interactions of key biomolecules, enabling them to comprehend metabolic processes and vital life functions.

In this course, biochemistry and its scope are covered, and the fundamental principles of chemical processes occurring in living organisms are examined. The structure of the cell and the biochemical events occurring within the cell are explored in detail, allowing the chemical basis of cellular functions to be understood. The course addresses key biomolecules such as carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, and nucleic acids, explaining their structure, functions, and roles in the organism. Additionally, the structure, functions, and roles of vitamins, enzymes, hormones, and minerals in metabolic processes are emphasized. Catabolic and anabolic processes are among the main topics of the course, and the importance of biochemical reactions and metabolic events in the organism is explained. The effects of water and biophysical phenomena on biochemical processes are also evaluated, enabling a comprehensive understanding of the vital chemical processes occurring in living organisms.