Biochemistry and Molecular Biotechnology Department

Our mission is to illuminate the molecular mechanisms that govern basic biological processes, with an emphasis on integrative strategies to reveal fundamental mechanistic insights and develop new therapeutic paradigms empowered by a collaborative, diverse & inclusive community.

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    Jul 31, 2024

    Celebrating RNA Day with Dr. Thoru Pederson

    Join us (the BMB) in celebrating RNA Day by learning more about the innovative bioengineering by the Pederson Lab.

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    May 10, 2024

    Dr. Brian Kelch Receives the Education Service Award, 2024

    Dr. Brian Kelch received the Education Service Award in 2024! Learn more about his dedication to education in this blog post.

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    RIPS, Khanh Tran + Leo DeOrsey

    RIPS, Khanh Tran + Leo DeOrsey 4pm
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    Mingxuan Wu

    Mingxuan Wu 12pm LRB 816 - 1PM
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    RIPS, Lauren Intravaia + Helen Magana

    RIPS, Lauren Intravaia + Helen Magana 4pm
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    Veterans Day - close

    Veterans Day - close 11:01am
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    Bret Freudenthal

    Bret Freudenthal 12pm
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    RIPS, Chris Woodilla + Rakeyah Ahsan

    RIPS, Chris Woodilla + Rakeyah Ahsan 4pm
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    RIPS, Emily Sholi + Zhane Adamson

    RIPS, Emily Sholi + Zhane Adamson 4pm
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    Thanksgiving Day - close

    Thanksgiving Day - close 12:01am
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    Day After Thanksgiving - close

    Day After Thanksgiving - close 12:01am
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