The branch of biochemistry that deals with properties, activities and significance of enzymes is called as enzymology. It is one of the core branches of Biochemistry. It is study of enzymes, their kinetics, structure and function. Lately, there have been several major developments in the field of enzymology. This course is mainly for the students taking degree courses with substantial biochemistry component. However, it is also of immense value to students from other science backgrounds-chemistry and life sciences. This course is written with the requirements of distance learners firmly in mind. It is intended to provide an introduction to enzymology. A balanced approach has been adopted to include theoretical, analytical and applied concepts of the subject.

We have attempted to define most of the scientific terms. They have been placed in context when they first appear. We have tried to deal comprehensively with the kinetics, structures and mechanism of enzymes. Enzymology also involves a basic level of mathematics and some of the equations which are derived may seem complicated at first sight. The derivation of the equations on enzyme kinetics are based on the biochemical assumptions and then followed on logical reasoning and analysis.

• explain the concept of enzymes, their nomenclature and their components;

• describe the enzymes kinetics;

• discuss the mechanism and regulation of enzyme; and

• explain the role of multienzyme complexes.

If you have any query about this course, please feel free to Contact:

Dr. Parvesh Bubber

Course Coordinator, Enzymes (BBCCT-107 & BBCCL-108)

Associate Professor in Biochemistry

Block-D, School of Sciences, Biochemistry Discipline

Email- parvesh@ignou.ac.in