Department of
Biochemistry and Biophysics
9+ Research Areas
Our department is at the forefront of cutting-edge research, delving into the intricate molecular mechanisms that underpin life itself. Our scientists explore diverse scientific problems across the fields of biochemistry, biophysics, genetics, molecular biology, and genomics.
38+ Research-Active Faculty
Our research-active faculty engage in investigating practical applications to address real-world issues, simultaneously striving to push the boundaries of interdisciplinary paradigms and mentor the next generation of biochemical and biophysical scientists.
600+ Enrolled Students
Our undergraduate and graduate students learn both in the classroom and through hands-on research experiences, developing unique skillsets required for success in academia, professional school, or a career in scientific industry.
Recent Publications
- From nicotine to SARS-CoV-2 antivirals with potent in vivo efficacy and a broad anti-coronavirus spectrum.
- Elucidation of Molecular Mechanisms of Lipid-Altered Cytotoxicity of TDP-43 Fibrils.
- Pesco-Vegetarian Food Components Promote Colonocyte Ferroptosis in Preclinical Mouse Models and a Randomized Crossover Trial in Healthy Human Adults.
- Stunning Intricacies of RNA Editing Complexes RECC, RESC, and REH2C: Functional Organization, Developmental Regulation, and Evolutionary History in Kinetoplastid Protists.
Department Updates
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2026 Ryland Young Seminar Series Guest Speaker Dr. Carol Gross.
The Ryland F. Young III Lecture in Biochemistry was established to honor his many achievements and given annually in the Spring. Getting to know the…
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Congratulations to Dr. Dmitry Kurouski for receiving Research Director’s Award for Research Scientist of the Year, Dr. Mi-Ok Lee for receiving the Vice Chancellor’s Award in Excellence, and Ryan Lovingshimer for receiving the Research Director’s Award in Infrastructure/IT Staff.
(Pictured Left to Right) Dr. Dmitry Kurouski, Dr. Mi-Ok Lee, and Ryan Lovingshimer
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BCBP’s Department Award of Excellence
Since 1998, the department has given out a few staff awards during the Annual BCBP Annual Holiday Party. This year, we wanted to keep the…
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