<p>I'm going into my second year in my Fall semester. I'll be taking genetics and biochemistry courses for the first time. I feel my foundations for genetics, heredity, and molecular biology topics, especially the former two, from intro biology aren't too strong. I'm hoping that those with experience in these subjects can suggest some great books. If anyone can suggest any guides (please, no "Genetics for Dummies" or "Biochemistry for Dummies" unless you truly found it helpful) I would be most appreciative. Thanks.</p>
<p>I used that website as a supplement for my molecular biology class.</p>
<p>Try Molecular Biology- Made Fun and Easy. It has a monkey on the cover. It costs $50 at Barnes & Noble. Explains everything very simply. One of the best books ever written in my opinion and I know less molecular bio than you do because I didn't start college yet. The reviews are on amazon. Hoep this helps.</p>
<p>Wait until you get started in the classes. Intro to bio rarely gives anyone an in-depth background, as it is only intended to expose you to a little of everything.</p>
<p>bayarea24: But is there anything I can do to prepare myself well for those courses before the semester starts?</p>
<p>Bump... :)</p>
<p>I wouldn't waste your time with studying before the semester starts. But if you must, then I suggest you learn the structures of the 20 amino acids and how they are grouped, learn what and how to calculate pI, learn the derivation for the michaelis-menten equation and enzyme kinetics, then memorize the basic metabolic pathways (glycolysis, TCA, PPP, Beta-oxidation of FA, Gluconeogenesis, etc...). That should keep you busy for a while and thats just a small section of what you will learn in biochem.</p>