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The goal of the Program is for students to acquire advanced knowledge of biochemical principles that underlie how cells function in both the normal and diseased states. Because these principles form the basis for research into all cellular processes, the knowledge gained by our students through coursework and thesis research prepares them to enter careers in biomedical research in any research specialty or research setting.

The Program in Biochemistry offers a wide variety of research opportunities including investigation of:

	•	structure-based drug design based on nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) analysis
	•	mechanism of anthrax toxin action using X-Ray crystallography
	•	molecular basis of cancer: 1) oncogenic proteins such as receptors, GTPases, tyrosine kinases, and lipid kinases and 2) tumor suppressor genes
	•	pathophysiology of inflammatory disorders mediated by mast cells
	•	molecular basis of auto-immune diseases like lupus: disease-associated anti-DNA antibodies
	•	thrombosis associated with heart disease through the study of cell surface protease activated receptors
	•	corneal disease through the study of the galectin protein family
	•	molecular basis of gene function including DNA replication, regulation of RNA transcription and RNA processing

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To apply for admission to the Biochemistry program, students must apply through the Integrated Studies Program. Click here to apply.