Biochemists investigate how molecular structure determines biological function, how molecules recognize each other and how the dynamic chemical changes that occur inside cells are orchestrated. Biochemists look at how living organisms function at the molecular level, studying such subjects as the structure of enzymes, protein folding, the transfer of genetic information or photosynthesis.

The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at Ohio State offers excellent training in the chemical basis of life and insight into the chemistry of living systems. The study of biochemistry provides a good background for further study or employment in many basic science fields.

Students who complete the biochemistry major will be prepared to:

• Understand the relationship between biochemistry and broader areas of science
• Apply chemical, mathematical and physical concepts to describe biological processes
• Apply biochemical concepts to explain basic cellular processes
• Use scientifically valid reasoning to investigate and articulate how biochemical knowledge is acquired