Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
The Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology conducts research to discover and characterize the fundamental biological processes relevant to health and disease.
Faculty and students work together to increase knowledge of the biochemical and molecular bases of normal and abnormal cellular processes and to train highly qualified scientists who—through research, teaching and service—continue to provide new insights into the biomedical issues that have a profound impact on public health.
Department Overview
Students and faculty in the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology talk about the unique opportunity to pursue their passions in basic science and gain concrete public health skills.
Seminar Series in BMB
Antony Rosen, M.B. Ch.B.
"Cancer in Rheumatic Diseases: Lessons From Drifting Continents"
September 25, 2017
Department Highlight
For survival, virus removes protein-conjugated ADP-ribose. – Leung Lab
Discovery Innovation
Message from the Chair
Greetings and welcome to the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology. I'd like to share a brief description of who we are, and a sense of how it feels to be part of this wonderful community.
Meet Our Students
The Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology takes great pride in the fantastic students it attracts. Meet our current students. Learn the research they’re pursuing.