生物化学家和分子生物学家研究生命的化学。这包括蛋白质的结构和功能，新陈代谢以及DNA，RNA和蛋白质合成的机理。我们的计划为最终目标是理学学士学位的学生以及寻求进入医学或研究生院的学生提供服务。从一开始，您就可以使用分子实验室常用的关键仪器和技术。您还将获得使用重组DNA技术（例如聚合酶链反应（PCR）和DNA测序）研究基因结构和功能的丰富经验。我们的计划强调基因组学和生物信息学–设计和进行自己的实验时将使用的两种重要方法。在学习的前两年中，您将专注于基本概念和理论。然后，在接下来的两年中，您将把这些概念
Biochemists and molecular biologists study the chemistry of life. This includes protein structure and function, metabolism, and the mechanics of DNA, RNA, and protein synthesis. Our program serves students whose end goal is a bachelor of science degree, as well as those seeking entry into medical or graduate school. From the start, you will have access to the key instruments and techniques commonly employed in molecular laboratories. You will also gain extensive experience in the use of recombinant DNA techniques such as polymerase chain reaction (PCR) and DNA sequencing to study gene structure and function. Our program emphasizes genomics and bioinformatics—two important methods that you will use as you design and carry out your own experiments. During the first two years of study, you will focus on basic concepts and theories. Then, during the next two years, you will apply these concepts and principles to the broader study of biotechnology. Throughout, you will have the opportunity to conduct original research with faculty advisors and present your findings at research conferences.