Department of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Welcome to the Department of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology!
Our department's comprehensive degree program ensures students are fully equipped
for various postgraduate health professional and veterinarian programs. Remarkably,
up to 40% of our graduates secure placements in medical schools, underscoring our
commitment to cultivating future Oklahoma health professionals. As a community of
research scientists, we actively foster a culture of inquiry and innovation, encouraging
students to pursue additional training for careers in research and scientific exploration.
Programs
Undergraduate
A strong foundation in Biochemistry & Molecular Biology opens doors to improving health care and enhancing quality of life.
Graduate
Our department offers a program of graduate study leading to M.S. and Ph.D. degrees, and all of our graduates are successfully employed.
Meet our department
Learn more about our faculty and staff
Our department's faces include professional staff, faculty, graduate students, researchers,
and professors, all ready to lend a helping hand.
A Major In
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Trained individuals in molecular sciences can anticipate bright career prospects,
with projections over the next 20 years pointing to thousands of unfilled science
and engineering positions. Shortages are expected, especially in genetics, biochemistry,
and molecular biology fields. This highlights the value of pursuing education and
training in these specialized areas for fulfilling career opportunities in the evolving
realm of science and technology.
Whatis Biochemistry and Molecular Biology?
Biochemistry is the central scientific discipline linking the chemical, physical, and biological sciences.
WhyBiochemistry and Molecular Biology?
Our main goal is to develop scientists capable of applying rational thought and scientific tools to produce new knowledge.