Metabolism: Catabolism and Regulation

This lecture covers the catabolic pathways of metabolism, focusing on glycolysis, pyruvate oxidation, the citric acid cycle, and oxidative phosphorylation. It also delves into the diversity of catabolic pathways, fermentation, and anabolic reactions. The instructor explains the role of ATP, electron transport chains, and chemiosmosis in energy production. Additionally, the lecture explores the regulation of metabolism, including transcriptional and translational control, sigma factors, and regulatory proteins. The importance of energy management, metabolic diversity, and the coordination of metabolic pathways within cells are emphasized.