Biochemistry

What is Biochemistry?

Simply put, it’s the study of chemical interactions in living things.

But nothing about biochemistry is simple. It seeks to ask instead of answer. We’ll never know exactly why life exists, but biochemistry studies the precise workings of life. You’ll learn about biochemical structures, heredity and variation, RNA processing, genetic control of development and more.

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Courses

Your courses reflect the fact that biochemistry focuses on both biology and chemistry.

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Research

Any innovation made in science is thanks to research. Each discovery, whether big or small, is a step toward a better future.

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Careers

Biochemists often seek careers in medical discovery fields such as pharmaceuticals, forensics and nutrition.

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Get in Touch

Want to talk through the different emphases in our chemistry program? Professor Julie Wondergem, our program chair, or Georgette Heyrman, one of our professors, are happy to help.