Graduate Program Overview

The Department Biochemistry at the University of Å·ÃÀ¿Ú±¬ÊÓƵ BoulderÌýis internationally recognized for its research and education. As part of a commitment to continuing this tradition of excellence, the department provides a graduate program that integrates opportunities for cutting-edge research and study. Admission to the graduate program is competitive and successful completion of degree requirements, including preparation of thesis research, results in the award of a Ph.D. in Biochemistry.

Program Details

Highlights

A Focus on Student Success

The Biochemistry Ph.D. program is committed to student success. Ph.D. candidates meet annually with their dissertation committee and aim to complete their degreeÌýin 5 years.

Department Retreat

The Department of Biochemistry holds an annual retreat each fall to greet incomingÌýgraduate students, present exciting new science from the department, and build a stronger community. Check out photos and details of past retreats!

Seminar Series

The Department of Biochemistry invites professors and scientists from other universities and institutes toÌýpresent seminars at the University of Å·ÃÀ¿Ú±¬ÊÓƵ Boulder throughout the academic year. These seminars provide an opportunity for faculty and students to learn about exciting current research.

Presentations and Supergroups

Supergroups centered on specific scientific interests or disciplines meet monthly, providing a venue for trainee presentations and discussion.

Excellent Core Facilities

The Biochemistry Department houses a wide array of instruments that are managed and maintained by skilled professionals. In addition, there is a large network of shared instruments and core facilities from across the university that are available to students and provide specialized training.

Interdisciplinary Training Programs

Graduate students in the Department of Biochemistry have the opportunity to participate in a variety of interdisciplinary training programs from across the university.Ìý

Vibrant Research Environment

The department is home to 22Ìýtenure-track and research faculty with well-funded and exciting research programs.ÌýIn 2022, labs in the department hadÌýbeen awarded over $39 million in external funding.

Flexibility in Thesis Lab

Biochemistry Ph.D. students can perform their dissertation research withÌýinvestigators from across the University, including those outside of the Biochemistry Department.

Alumni Network

Graduates of the Ph.D. program in Biochemistry join a network of scientists, industry leaders,Ìýentrepreneurs, and influential faculty.

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Why Boulder?

Boulder isÌýone of theÌýhappiestÌý(),ÌýhealthiestÌý(), andÌýsmartestÌý() cities in America. Just ~25 milesÌýfrom Denver and at the foot of Å·ÃÀ¿Ú±¬ÊÓƵ's picturesque Front Range mountains, the location cannot be beat. Boulder boasts one of theÌýhighest densities forÌýhigh-tech startupÌýcompanies (), including a vibrant and growing hub forÌýbiotech. What makes Boulder so special? Come find out!

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Why Biochemistry?

The Biochemistry Department is focused onÌýtraining. As a member of ourÌýcommunity, Ph.D. students have access to world-class core facilities and a large number of well-funded research labs. We are proud of our campus-wide collaborative research environment. Our graduates go on to succeed in a wide variety of careers and belong to a growing network ofÌýsuccessful alumni.

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