Theory of Soft Matter (1477) |
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| Credits: 3,0 | | | | Period: quarter 1 (3sp)  | | | | | 2nd Chance Exam1: Yes | | | | | Final grade2: Numerical |
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Mandatory sequentiality bound on the level of programme components
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Following programme components must have been included in your study programme in a previous education period
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Liquids, solids, and biological matter: structure and transport mechanisms (2131)
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4.0 stptn |
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We provide an introduction to the basic principles of physics and chemistry which are directly relevant to the study and understanding of soft condensed (bio-) matter. These include the concepts of force, inertia and friction, work and heat, density, elasticity and viscosity. We review some examples of soft condensed matter systems. We briefly review the application of statistical mechanics to mesoscopic systems, including the Boltzmann distribution with its various applications, Brownian motion, random walk, and the relation between friction and diffusion. We discuss the effect of an external force on chemical equilibrium, and present the Kramers' and Eyrings' approaches to calculating the rate constants. We discuss basic principles from continuum mechanism as applied to small scale systems, including the discussion of bending and buckling forces. We revisit basic polymer physics, including the persistence length, the wormlike chain and the entropic force. With this course basic understanding of motion in biological matter is obtained. The student will be able to relate the necessary basic principles of physics and chemistry to macroscopic motion in biological matter. The student will be able to obtain quantitative numbers and values on forces and motionin biological matter.
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Lecture ✔
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Response lecture ✔
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Small group session ✔
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Educational learning conversation ✔
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Exercises ✔
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Quarter 1 (3,00sp)
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| Explanation (English) | Formula sheet will be provided Calculator can be used |
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Second examination period
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| Compulsory textbooks (bookshop) |
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Textbook 1:
Mechanics of Motor Proteins and the Cytoskeleton, Jonathon Howard, Sinauer Associates Inc.
ISBN: 9780878933334 |
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Slides available via blackboard Possible extra texts via blackboard |
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Learning outcomes Master of Biomedical Sciences
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| BEN 2. A graduate of the Master of Biomedical Sciences specialisation Bioelectronics and Nanotechnology is able to give a broad overview of the manipulation as well as use of key materials in bio-electronics and biological material in biosensors for a better diagnosis and therapy of human diseases. | - EC
| BEN 3. A graduate of the Master of Biomedical Sciences specialisation Bioelectronics and Nanotechnology has a comprehensive understanding of, and the ability to determine the (bio)chemical and physical characteristics of various materials and their applications in life sciences. |
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Master of Teaching in Sciences and Technology
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| 5.4. The master of education is a domain expert SCIENCES: the EM has advanced knowledge and understanding of the domain disciplines relevant to the specific subject doctrine(s). |
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| | EC = learning outcomes DC = partial outcomes BC = evaluation criteria |
| Offered in | Tolerance3 |
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2nd year Master of Biomedical Sciences - Bioelectronics and Nanotechnology
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Master of Teaching in Sciences and Technology - choice for subject didactics Physics
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3 Education, Examination and Legal Position Regulations art.16.9, section 2.
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