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Mallika Kumar

Visiting Assistant Professor of Chemsitry and Biochemistry

Chemistry and Biochemistry

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mkumar@bates.edu

Current Courses

Fall Semester 2026

Atomic and Molecular Structure/Lab

CHEM 107

Fundamental concepts underlying the structure and behavior of matter are developed. Major topics include states of matter, atomic structure, periodicity, and bonding. This course, or its equivalent, is a prerequisite for all advanced courses in chemistry and biological chemistry. Laboratory: three …

Biological Chemistry I/Lab

CHEM 321

An introduction to biologically important molecules and macromolecular assemblies. Topics discussed include the structure and chemistry of proteins; the mechanisms and kinetics of enzyme-catalyzed reactions; and the structure, chemistry, and functions of carbohydrates, lipids, nucleic acids, and bio…