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What is biochemistry and molecular biology?

Biochemistry and molecular biology represent an interdisciplinary science that links the chemical, physical and biological sciences to solve fundamental challenges associated with biomedicine and agriculture. This major trains students to understand how molecular components of the cell function in unison, how medically prescribed drugs act on cell metabolism, how defects in metabolism lead to disease states, and how molecular biology is applied to genetically modify living organisms.

Why biochemistry and molecular biology at OSU?

You will build a strong foundation in a broadly respected interdisciplinary science while pursuing a coursework track tailored to meet your career goals. All of our degree tracks are designed to prepare you for basic science research- and health care-postgraduate programs, including medicine, dentistry and veterinary science
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Career paths

All of our degree tracks help prepare you for an excellent career in science or to enter any of the professional health care fields, including medicine and veterinary science.

  • Biomedical researcher
  • Biotechnologist
  • Dentist
  • Environmental researcher
  • Forensic scientist
  • Medical doctor
  • Nutritionist
  • Pharmacist
  • Science educator
  • Veterinarian

130k IN SCHOLARSHIPS TO UNDERGRAD STUDENTS

annually awarded by the Biochemistry and Molecular Biology department

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Fast Fact

Up to 40% of graduates are accepted to postgraduate health programs such as medical school.

Accredited Program

OSU has the only American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology accredited biochemistry and molecular biology program in the state. The program is one of only a handful in the entire country.

Undergraduate Research Opportunities

In the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, you will be encouraged to participate in a guided research experience. You can become involved with a research laboratory as early as you wish, even during your freshman year. This kind of hands-on experience will help you learn how to think like a scientist.

Scholarship Opportunities

Students in the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology are considered for university scholarships which can be combined with college and departmental scholarship opportunities.


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