Who should major in
biochemistry?
Biochemistry appeals to those who like to understand how life works. It is
one of the fastest growing fields today and spans a number of the
sciences. If you are interested in a field with unlimited potential and
many opportunities, biochemistry has it. Biochemistry majors work in
medical, pharmaceutical, and biotechnology research centers, forensics;
food and agriculture industries; and many other diverse fields. If this
sounds interesting, then maybe you should consider biochemistry.Why biochemistry at Monmouth?
Monmouth biochemistry program will give you a strong base in both biology
and chemistry, providing you with a strong foundation in both areas. In
your junior and senior year you will be involved in a more in-depth study
of biochemistry itself with some flexibility to explore this field in the
area that you are interested. With foundations in the liberal arts and
biochemistry, you will have the skills for a future in biochemistry,
biosciences, biotechnology as well as an excellent preparation for
medical, dental or preprofessional or graduate studies.
What opportunities does the Biochemisty major
provide?
Pharmaceutical research, chemical synthesis, molecular biology,
microbiology, genomics, cancer biochemistry, are just a few areas of study
available at Monmouth that will give you experience by participating in
interesting and practical projects. Methods specific biochemistry will be
learned through hands-on activities. Thanks to a Monmouth science
endowment, Monmouth has the advantage of having both state of the art
equipment and small class sizes allowing all students experience with
modern equipment and techniques. Electrophoresis, spectroscopy,
chromatography, nuclear magnetic resonance, cloning, DNA fingerprinting,
bioinformatics are just some of the methods you'll learn as a biochemistry
major.
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