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
- Elucidating the mechanisms of -Synuclein-lipid interactions using site-directed mutagenesis.
- Parallel degradome-seq and DMS-MaPseq substantially revise the miRNA biogenesis atlas in Arabidopsis.
- Proton-Coupled Electron Transfer upon Oxidation of Tyrosine in a De Novo Protein: Analysis of Proton Acceptor Candidates.
- Tubulin-binding region alters tau-lipid interactions and changes toxicity of tau fibrils formed in the presence of phosphatidylserine lipids.
Department Updates
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Congratulations on the Award of Excellence
Congratulations to Graduate Student Tram Le, Laboratory Mechanic Ryan Lovingshimer, Postdoc Taerin Oh, on receiving the Biochemistry and Biophysics Department Award of Excellence. Thank you…
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Congratulations to Dr. Juan Dong on the high honor of being named the Sadie Hatfield Endowed Professor.
Dr. Juan Dong is a distinguished scientist specializing in molecular genetics, cell signaling, cell biology, and plant development. She has received the high honor of…
Biochemistry and Biophysics News
Celebrating Dorothy Shippen’s curiosity-driven research career
Like many pivotal discussions in science, Dorothy Shippen’s career-defining moment took place not in the lab, but while socializing after a research conference when her colleague Tom McKnight, Ph.D., asked if she had ever thought about plant telomeres. Shippen will soon be retiring from her position, concluding a celebrated career marked by curiosity, bravery and a commitment to nurturing the next generation of scientists.
How fear fuels fight or flight
Odds are you either love or hate the jittery, stomach-drop feeling of a good scare. And whether you’re one to fight or flee, your body is ready to give you the energy you’ll need. Vishal Gohil, Ph.D., professor in the Texas A&M College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Department of Biochemistry and Biophysics, said fear triggers the adrenal gland to release adrenaline, a hormone that targets specific organs to help you react quickly.
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