Nucleic Acids Chemistry

This multidisciplinary subject offers an in-depth exploration of nucleic acids (DNA and RNA), the fundamental carriers of genetic information. The synthesis and characterisation of these biomolecules, as well as their crucial roles in biology, drug development, and disease will be discussed. The subject will provide an introduction into current synthetic and analytical methods, including sequencing methodologies, bioinformatic analyses, and applications for diagnostics and therapeutics. An understanding of the chemistry of these molecules will consistently provide a foundation on which to frame the subject content.