Università Roma Tre

Modulo I-Biochimica e Biologia Molecolare

The module aims to provide the basic notions related to the structure and function of biological macromolecules, enzymatic catalysis and cell metabolism, notions that are necessary to comprehend function of eukaryotic and prokaryotic organisms. Educational Objectives of the module is the acquisition of Cultural Skills, i.e. basic knowledge about the structure and function of biological macromolecules (nucleic acids, proteins, carbohydrates, and lipids) and the mechanisms that regulate their synthesis and degradation. Furthermore, the module aims to provide basic knowledge on the mechanisms by which genetic information is conserved, transmitted and expressed. Among the Educational Objectives of the module is also the acquisition of Methodological Competences, or else the acquisition, through practical laboratory activity, of the scientific and methodological bases of important experimental techniques in the field of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology. The student will acquire theoretical and methodological skills that will allow him to solve specific problems in the field of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology and to critically analyse and interpret scientific information.

Modulo II-Fisiologia Vegetale
The module aims to provide students with basic knowledge on the fundamental processes underlying plant life. In particular, the module will provide information concerning the following arguments: Cellular organization of plants; Water balance and mineral nutrition of plants; Photosynthesis: physiological and ecological aspects; Plant secondary metabolites; Growth, development and photomorphogenesis; Plant hormones; Plant responses to biotic and abiotic stresses. Another important aim of the module is to provide, through practical laboratory activity, the scientific and methodological bases of important experimental techniques in the field of Plant Biochemistry. The student will acquire theoretical and methodological skills that will allow him to solve specific problems in the field of Biochemistry and Food Industry, and to critically analyse and interpret scientific information.