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The Open University

Structural materials in cells

The Open University via OpenLearn

Overview

This course covers the learning outcomes of understanding biological materials, construction with lipids, and the role of structural proteins in providing a framework. Students will also learn about protein diversity, structure, and engineering applications. The teaching method includes lectures and practical examples. The course is intended for individuals interested in the structural materials found in cells.

Syllabus

  • Introduction
  • Learning outcomes
  • 1 Biological materials
  • 1 Biological materials
  • 2 Construction with lipids
  • 2 Construction with lipids
  • 3 Providing a framework: structural proteins
  • 3 Providing a framework: structural proteins
  • 3.1 Protein diversity
  • 3.2 Protein structure
  • 3.3 Spider silk
  • 4 Engineering with proteins
  • 4 Engineering with proteins
  • Conclusion
  • Acknowledgements

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