Biochemistry: A Very Short Introduction

All living things are composed of cells, which have fundamentally the same chemistry. Biochemistry is the study of reactions within these cells, and the molecules that are created, manipulated, and destroyed as a result of them. This book discusses the key concepts of biochemistry, as well as the recent discoveries and innovations in the field.

Introduces fundamental biochemical molecules such as proteins and DNA, and how they interact to bring life to our world

Presents the key concepts in biochemistry through their historical context

Describes the importance of biochemistry research and innovations to the modern world

Part of the Very Short introductions series - over ten million copies sold worldwide