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The Molecules of Life: An Introduction to Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
https://le.ac.uk/modules/2026/bs1030
Module code: BS1030 ‘The molecules of life’ will provide a comprehensive introduction to the basic chemical principles underpinning biochemistry, and an overview of the structures of biological macromolecules and their components.
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Medical Biochemistry BSc
https://le.ac.uk/courses/medical-biochemistry-bsc/2026
To make big breakthroughs in diagnosing and treating disease, we often have to look at life at the molecular level. Studying biochemistry in this way will help you tackle the world’s most pressing health issues.
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Medical Biochemistry BSc
https://le.ac.uk/courses/medical-biochemistry-bsc/2025
To make big breakthroughs in diagnosing and treating disease, we often have to look at life at the molecular level. Studying biochemistry in this way will help you tackle the world’s most pressing health issues.
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Bioinformatics and Biochemistry of Nucleic Acids
https://le.ac.uk/modules/2024/nt3005
Module code: NT3005 This module will provide grounding regarding the structure of proteins, how this relates to their function and the mechanisms responsible for regulating gene expression in prokaryotes and eukaryotes.
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Ken Jones
https://le.ac.uk/about/history/obituaries/2024/ken-jones
Kenneth (Ken) Milner Jones was born in Chesham Bois, near Amersham, on 20 March 1930 and was educated at Merchant Taylors’ School, Sandy Lodge, Middlesex.
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School of Biological Sciences
https://le.ac.uk/biological-sciences
The School of Biological Sciences at the University of Leicester is globally recognised for excellence in genetics.
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Dr Primrose Freestone
https://le.ac.uk/respiratory-sciences/alumni/primrose-freestone
Find out more about Dr Primrose Freestone, alumna of the University of Leicester Department of Infection, Immunity and Inflammation. She has been at Leicester University since an undergraduate student and is an Associate Professor in Clinical Microbiology and Inventor.
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Study
https://le.ac.uk/biological-sciences/study
We offer a range of courses in Biological Sciences, including specialisms in Biochemistry, Genetics, Microbiology, Neuroscience, Zoology and Physiology with Pharmacology.
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Goal 2: Zero Hunger
https://le.ac.uk/about/making-a-difference/sdgs/zero-hunger
The second Sustainable Development Goal is to end hunger, achieve food security and improved nutrition and promote sustainable agriculture.
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Resources
https://le.ac.uk/vgec/topics/gene-regulation/gene-regulation-higher-education/resources
Useful resources for higher education on gene expression and regulation.