Biochemistry
Bachelor of Science
Advance the understanding of the chemical and molecular interactions that govern living organisms.
Biochemistry, the study of the molecular basis of biological processes in living organisms, seeks to explain how atoms interact to build the biomolecules necessary for life. Your opportunities for experiential learning include undergraduate research (on campus, across the U.S., and abroad), problem-based learning, and internships. Be prepared for careers and graduate studies in research, business, law, education, medicine, pharmaceutical sales, and other health-related professions. Biochemistry makes important contributions to the fields of medicine, agriculture, nutrition, and criminal justice.
Highlights
Conduct research with faculty during your very first year at Nazareth
Gain hands-on experience with research-grade, state-of-the-art instrumentation and cadaver work in Peckham Hall (rare for higher ed undergrads)
Naz alumni regularly go on for a free-ride science doctoral degree, earning a stipend
Present research at local, regional, & national American Chemical Society sessions
Career Paths
- Medicine
- Environmental science
- Research
- Biomedicine
- Pharmaceuticals
- Drug manufacture and design
- Agricultural research
Employers and Graduate Schools
- Yale University
- University of Rochester School of Medicine
- University of Connecticut Health Center
- Oregon Institute of Technology
- University of North Carolina
- Syracuse University
- University at Buffalo
900
square-foot general biology lab
Top 20
ranked science labs in the nation by The Princeton Review
ACS
Approved by the American Chemical Society.
Changemaking
Community service opportunities include mentoring young students at the Rochester Museum and Science Center and Lab Day.
Undergraduate Research Topics
- HIV drug therapy
- Cancer research
- Tobacco smoke exposure
- Dopamine receptor research
- More: Research projects and internships
Program Director
Alumni Spotlight
鈥淢y major provided a strong range of electives, such as instrumentation with Dr. Newby, which was instrumental in preparing me for method development and in learning how to assess which tools are best suited for different investigative contexts. Upper-level chemistry courses were some of the hardest but most fun classes, as the biochemistry cohort is such a small tight knit group. Countless memories, challenging and fascinating projects, as well as amazing friends are some of my great memories from Naz.鈥�
鈥� Lydia Coombs 鈥�25, senior research & development lab technician at ThermoFisher Scientific