Biochemistry and Molecular Biology investigates the relationships of chemical structure to the function of biological compounds. To achieve these goals, biochemistry uses a specific approach that combines basic principles of chemistry, biology, physics, and mathematics to dissect complex biological processes.
Biochemistry faculty are very active in biochemical and biomedical research. A diverse range of research takes place including investigations of fundamental biological processes and studies of specific diseases. Undergraduate students participate in research during their final year. Interaction with graduate students and postdoctoral research fellows contributes to an exciting environment for scientific study.
As a component of a research-intensive university with a broad
educational mandate, the Department has a mission that encompasses two
distinct goals:
To generate and to disseminate new knowledge through research in
the fields of biochemistry and molecular biology.
To educate students in the theory and practice of biochemistry and
molecular biology.
Faculty members will provide the
expertise necessary to maintain modern, high-caliber research programs
that attract external funding and high-quality graduate students. They
will also have sufficient breadth of interest and experience to meet
current and future teaching obligations.
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