Biophysics of Proteins and Cellular Membranes Field of study: Biophysics
Programme code: W4-S1BF19.2025

Module name: Biophysics of Proteins and Cellular Membranes
Module code: W4-BF-FA-S1-4-23-28
Programme code: W4-S1BF19.2025
Semester: summer semester 2026/2027
Language of instruction: Polish
Form of verification: exam
ECTS credits: 4
Purpose and description of the content of education:
The Biophysics of Proteins and Cellular Membranes module aims to deepen students' knowledge of the properties and role of proteins in the context of organismal function and cell signalling. Students learn about the interdependence between proteins' structure and biological function as shaped by the folding process. In addition, within the module, students expand their knowledge of the properties of lipids and their importance for the functioning of biological membranes. During the course, students are introduced to selected problems and research methods at the interface of modern biology, biochemistry and biophysics (including the latest cell research techniques).
List of modules that must be completed before starting this module (if necessary): not applicable
Learning outcome of the module Codes of the learning outcomes of the programme to which the learning outcome of the module is related [level of competence: scale 1-5]
The student knows and understands the relationship between the structure and function of proteins and have an extended knowledge of the protein folding process. Can list and describe techniques to isolate and characterise proteins. Knows techniques to study the sequence and structure of proteins. [E1]
 W01 [1/5]
The student knows and understands biological membranes' structure, dynamics and functions in terms of biochemical and biophysical properties. Knows the methods and techniques used to study the properties of biological membrane components. [E2]
 W02 [1/5]
The student can identify and describe state-of-the-art techniques for determining protein structure and stability and protein-ligand interaction parameters. [E3]
 W07 [1/5]
The student can carry out the experiment correctly, document and present the results of the determinations and present their interpretation. [E4]
 U04 [1/5] U06 [1/5]
The student knows and understands the principles of laboratory work, takes care of safety and hygiene in the biological laboratory, and conscientiously analyses experimental data. [E5]
 W10 [1/5] U10 [1/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
lecture [FZ1] 25 Formal lecture/ course-related lecture [a01]  exam E1 E2 E3
laboratory classes [FZ2] 30 Laboratory exercise / experiment [e01]  course work E4 E5
The student's work, apart from participation in classes, includes in particular:
Name Category Description
Literature reading / analysis of source materials [a02] Preparation for classes
reading the literature indicated in the syllabus; reviewing, organizing, analyzing and selecting source materials to be used in class
Developing practical skills [a03] Preparation for classes
activities involving the repetition, refinement and consolidation of practical skills, including those developed during previous classes or new skills necessary for the implementation of subsequent elements of the curriculum (as preparation for class participation)
Getting acquainted with the syllabus content [b01] Consulting the curriculum and the organization of classes
reading through the syllabus and getting acquainted with its content
Studying the literature used in and the materials produced in class [c02] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
exploring the studied content, inquiring, considering, assimilating, interpreting it, or organizing knowledge obtained from the literature, documentation, instructions, scenarios, etc., used in class as well as from the notes or other materials/artifacts made in class
Implementation of an individual or group assignment necessary for course/phase/examination completion [c03] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
a set of activities aimed at performing an assigned task, to be executed out of class, as an obligatory phase/element of the verification of the learning outcomes assigned to the course
Analysis of the corrective feedback provided by the academic teacher on the results of the verification of learning outcomes [d01] Consulting the results of the verification of learning outcomes
reading through the academic teacher’s comments, assessments and opinions on the implementation of the task aimed at checking the level of the achieved learning outcomes
Attachments
Module description (PDF)
Information concerning module syllabuses might be changed during studies.
Syllabuses (USOSweb)
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