Covers the chemistry, nutrition, and metabolism of biological systems.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
The course involves four noncumulative exams requiring significant memorization of cycles and pathways. Some reviewers find their specific sections dense and difficult, particularly those focusing on catabolism, while others note that exams are fair if students study practice problems.
BIOCHEM 681 is a senior honors thesis course for Biochemistry undergraduates in an Honors program, involving individual study arranged with a faculty member.
BIOCHEM 699 offers academic credit for research, library, or laboratory work conducted under faculty guidance.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
Aaron Hoskins receives a single negative review citing poor communication and judgment, which the reviewer claims negatively impacts student career prospects.
BIOCHEM 990 is a research course for graduate students to conduct independent laboratory work under faculty supervision in preparation for a thesis or dissertation.