This second edition continues to innovatively review the toughest concepts in biochemistry for maximum comprehension
in a short period of time. Unlike conventional texts or review books that stress memorizing facts, Basic Concepts
stresses the mastering of fundamental concepts, so that the reader truly comprehends the material and feels comfortable
applying it. Dr. Gilbert uses simple, jargon-free language and award-winning teaching techniques including algorithms,
mnemonics and clinical examples.
Table of Contents
Preface.
Prologue.
1: Where to Start.
2: Protein Structure.
3: Membranes and Membrane Proteins.
4: DNA-RNA Structure.
5: Expression of Genetic Information.
6: Recombinant-DNA Methodology.
7: Enzyme Mechanism.
8: EnzymeKinetics.
9: Signal Transduction Pathways.
10: Glycolysis and Gluconeogenesis.
11: Glycogen Synthesis and Degradation.
12: TCA Cycle.
13: Fat Synthesis and Degradation.
14: Electron Transport and Oxidative Phosphorylation.
15: Pentose Phosphate Pathway.
16: Amino Acid Metabolism.
17: Integration of Energy Metabolism.
18: UREA Cycle.
19: Purine Metabolism.
20: Pyrimidine Metabolism.
21: One-Carbon Metabolism.
22: Tracking Carbons.
23: ph, pKa, pROBLEMS.
24: Thermodynamics and Kinetics.
