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Biochemistry involves the study of the chemical transformations and the intricate concert of processes that take place in living organisms. Through coursework and research in our department, our biochemistry students use a chemical lens to explore some of the most fundamental biological processes such as metabolism, protein synthesis and manipulation, large and small molecule synthesis for medicinal or therapeutic applications, human health, and beyond. Biochemists engage in observation, analysis, and experimentation with living things or chemical models of living things, breaking down natural substances into their components, replicating chemical processes that occur in the physical world, and creating substances to fulfill specific needs. Biochemistry concepts underpin many facets of human health, disease detection and prevention, and bioengineering. The multidisciplinary nature of the biochemical sciences ensures that there will be exciting job opportunities for biochemistry professionals in both traditional fields and emerging sectors such as chemical biology, nanobiotechnology, biopharmaceutical development, environmental sustainability, chemical computing, and advanced manufacturing techniques.

Topical Areas of Study

Metabolism

Proteomics

Chemical Biology

Chemical Synthesis

Chemistry and Life Science

Materials and Polymers

Chemistry at Surfaces & Interfaces

Complex Biochemical Systems

Bacterial Studies

Biochemical Genetics

Cell and Molecular Biology

Microbiology

Virology

Thermodynamics and Kinetics

Forensics and Quantitative Analysis

Biomedical Applications

Environmental Monitoring

Sustainability

Spectroscopy and Physical Methods

Imaging

Bioorthogonal Chemistry

Data Processing and Analysis

Chemical Computing

CAREER OPTIONS AND FIELDS

Research Scientist

Drug Discovery

(Bio)Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Process Chemist

Medicine & Healthcare

Public Policy

Law and Intellectual Property

Scientific Consultant or Analyst

Entrepreneur

Pharmacy

Forensic Analyst

Toxicologist

Scientific Writer

Quality Control Specialist

Laboratory Specialist

Professor

K-12 Educator

Engineer

Cosmetic Researcher

Microbiologist

Molecular or Cell Biologist

Geneticist

Virologist

GRADUATE PROGRAMS

MS or PhD in Chemistry, Biochemistry or Chemical Biology

MS or PhD in Chemical or Biomedical

Pharmacy School

Dental School

Medical School (MD, DO or PA)

Veterinary Science of Medicine

MBA

Law School (Patent Law)

Public Policy

Nutrition

Science Education

Environmental Science

Data Science

Science Communication