Biochemistry - Kansas State University

Biochemistry from Kansas State University is a Campus Master Chemistry degree that prepares you for a Science career. Biochemistry explores the molecular basis for life processes through chemical and physical studies on the structureImage of Dr. Michal Zolkiewski performing an experiment. and behavior of complex molecules found in biological materials. Biochemistry has emerged as a highly creative and successful discipline that has developed many new technologies and broadly applies the technological advances of other disciplines. Through characterizing the structure, function, assembly, and dynamic changes of macromolecules, biochemists seek to answer fundamental questions about living processes (basic research) and to bring to fruition significant improvements in the quality of life and medical care (applied research). Diverse advances have converged to allow the development of recombinant DNA technology, and a revolution is under way toward understanding how plants and animals regulate their metabolic processes and expression of genetic information. The great complexity and endless variety of biological systems, together with the need for broad explorations, assure that imaginative research will continue in the field of biochemistry for the foreseeable future. Graduate Program Approach The biochemistry program seeks excellence in teaching and research through a program tailored to the development of the individual student. The Graduate Biochemistry Group administers granting of M.S. degree in biochemistry whether the research is conducted within the Department of Biochemistry or in other cooperating departments. The program of study is flexible, accommodating students with a wide range of backgrounds, including genetics, microbiology, physics, and medicine as well as the traditional chemistry, biochemistry , and biology degrees. The graduate program is structured to aid students in the successful completion of their graduate training in biochemistry by providing access to leading researchers in biochemistry and related fields, offering a core curriculum, seminars, and teaching and research opportunities. View more details on Kansas State University . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Chemistry courses.