Spring 2026 - MBB 423 D100
Proteins in Human Health (3)
Class Number: 5126
Delivery Method: In Person
Overview
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Course Times + Location:
Jan 5 – Apr 10, 2026: Mon, Wed, Fri, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
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Instructor:
Mark Paetzel
1 778 782-4230
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Prerequisites:
MBB 331 with a minimum grade of C.
Description
CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:
Mechanistic principles for how protein molecules achieve diverse functions such as chemical catalysis and conformational switching in the context of human health will be explored. Students will learn to critique hypotheses about structural mechanisms, and to interpret the primary literature reporting on structural evidence from X-ray diffraction and spectroscopy.
Materials
REQUIRED READING NOTES:
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Department Undergraduate Notes:
- For help with writing, learning and study strategies please contact the Student Learning Commons at
http://learningcommons.sfu.ca/ - Students requiring accommodations as a result of a disability, must contact the Centre for Accessible Learning (778-782-3112 or e-mail: caladmin@sfu.ca)
Registrar Notes:
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- SFU’s Academic Integrity Policy: S10-01 Policy
- SFU’s Academic Integrity website, which includes helpful videos and tips in plain language: Academic Integrity at SFU
RELIGIOUS ACCOMMODATION
Students with a faith background who may need accommodations during the term are encouraged to assess their needs as soon as possible and review the Multifaith religious accommodations website. The page outlines ways they begin working toward an accommodation and ensure solutions can be reached in a timely fashion.