An Introduction to Michaelis-Menten Kinetics
Organizer
Stephen S-T. Yau
Speaker
Time
Thursday, September 14, 2023 3:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Venue
Online
Abstract
Michaelis-Menten kinetics is a crucial mathematical tool used to describe the rates of chemical reactions in biological, chemical, and physical systems. This paper aims to provide an overview of the fundamental concepts and applications of Michaelis-Menten kinetics, including rate constants, reaction orders, and rate equations. We will explore the pivotal role of Michaelis-Menten kinetics in the study of enzymatic catalysis, chemical kinetics, and reaction engineering. By gaining a deeper understanding of Michaelis-Menten kinetics, we can enhance our comprehension and control of chemical reaction processes within complex systems, thereby offering valuable support for scientific research and engineering applications.
Speaker Intro
孙楠目前是北京雁栖湖应用数学研究院的博士后。她的研究方向包括生物信息学、机器学习和应用数学，在The Innovation, Computational and Structural Biotechnology Journal, BMC Bioinformatics, Frontiers in Cellular and Infection Microbiology, Journal of Computational Biology, Genes等期刊发表多篇论文，参与多项国家自然科学基金及北京市自然科学基金项目，主持中国博士后科学基金第78批面上资助。