Benjamin Stillwell Chem430 F16

Chemistry/Biochemistry Research 430

Fall 2016

Ben Stillwell

Junior Biochemistry Major

Research Times

T/TH 10am-12pm

Proposed Research Project

Investigating the metabolism of N-acetyl L-tyrosine modeled by an enzymatic, single-electron oxidation using HRP.

General Information

Advisor: Dr. Bradley E. Sturgeon

Proposal

Synthesize the primary products of this oxidation and investigate their activity in a similar system to determine the level to which N-acetyl L-tyrosine is oxidized by this type of enzyme.

Instruments to be used

HPLC, Flash Chromotography System, NMR, Immobilized Enzyme column, ESR

References (2 minimum)

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Research pledge

I, Ben Stillwell, have read the Chem/Bioc 430 course syllabus and understand the general structure and expectations of the research program. The above material was prepared after consultation, and in conjunction with my research advisor.