Biochemistry/ Molecular Biology WHY STUDY BIOCHEMISTRY

An Interdisciplinary Program SAMPLE COURSES: The biochemistry/molecular biology (BMB) program at Benedictine • BIOL 2260: Recombinant DNA Laboratory University allows students to pursue an interdisciplinary degree that follows the guidelines of the American Society of Biochemistry and • BIOL 3372: Genomics and Bioinformatics Molecular Biology. The curriculum also emphasizes ethical decision • CHEM 3231: Instrumental Analysis making, effective communication skills, teamwork, scientific inquiry, • CHEM 4365: Cellular Metabolism critical thinking, and problem solving. The Latest Techniques SIMILAR MAJORS: We teach students the latest techniques in molecular biology and Health Science, Chemistry, Biology biochemical research that lead to careers in rapidly evolving and exciting areas of biotechnology, genetic engineering, and pharmaceutical development. Students are exposed to advanced research instrumentation and modern laboratory techniques in a specialized OUR ALUMNI laboratory sequence that helps them develop strong quantitative Our young alumni work at companies such as Abbott, analysis skills. Wrigley, Abbvie, Walgreens, U.S. Drug Testing Laboratories, Nationally Recognized Research Merck, Baxter International, Edward-Elmhurst Health, Mayo Clinic, University of Chicago, and more. BMB students place BMB students participate in a productive and nationally recognized into well-known graduate and professional schools, including undergraduate research program that has received external funding Northwestern, Georgetown, Michigan, Ohio State, Drexel, from federal agencies and the private sector. Enthusiastic faculty Rush, Midwestern, and Rosalind Franklin University-Chicago members devote much time and effort to student instruction and Medical School. mentorship. You will have the opportunity to publish and present your research findings at local, regional, or national conferences.

WHY STUDY BIOCHEMISTRY/MOLECULAR BIOLOGY AT BENEDICTINE?

BMB students follow a rewarding, integrated curriculum in biology and chemistry that focuses on understanding the molecular basis of the chemistry of life. Our students learn the concepts and laboratory skills underlying the disciplines and tools of bioinformatics, genomics, and proteomics. The biochemistry/molecular biology (BMB) program at Benedictine has an over 95% placement rate into graduate/professional schools or industry positions following graduation. Our graduates have gained admission into competitive professional programs in medicine, dentistry, and pharmacy. Biochemistry is also becoming increasingly valued in the premedical and health professional undergraduate curriculum as the Medical College Admission Test (MCAT) now has a stronger focus on biochemistry. The BMB program also teaches students to perform current research techniques on state-of-the-art equipment. Only a few undergraduate colleges and universities the size of Benedictine have ready access to the same caliber of highly specialized equipment.

FOR MORE INFORMATION, VISIT BEN.EDU/COS The College of Science at Benedictine University offers degrees that provide you with the knowledge and skills needed to find a rewarding career. Our nationally recognized faculty enjoy engaging students at all levels in investigative research in their laboratories, often presenting their work at national, professional conferences. Our expert professional and faculty advisors will help you identify your strengths and passions, and then explore our majors and program options so you can make an informed decision about the course of study best for you. The College of Science has COLLEGE an excellent record of placing students in their first career positions, medical and other OF SCIENCE health care professional schools, and graduate master’s and doctoral programs.

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100+ YEARS RESEARCH PUBLISH of laboratory-based All students have opportunities Students regularly publish their science training to do internships, clinical work in professional science practica, or investigative and and health care journals with applied research. their faculty mentors.

Students have hands-on access to modern, research-grade instruments totaling more than $500,000 in value. Only a few undergraduate colleges and universities the size of Benedictine have ready access to a fluorescence microscope, spectrofluorometer, flow cytometers, CO2 incubators, laminar flow hoods, and other specialized equipment. Birck Hall of Science boasts its own cadaver lab, and a large computing cluster is available for computational science coursework and research.

I can sum up my experience at Benedictine in one word, ‘Challenging.’ Let’s face it, organic chemistry is not going to be easy no matter where you take it or who you take it with. But the “fact that the science professors had an open-door policy made it very doable, even enjoyable. As a serious science student, if you took the time and put the effort into your coursework, your professors were willing to put the time into you. They knew who you were—something that is simply not possible in lecture halls filled with several hundred students.”

NINA GOYAL, B.S.’98, BIOLOGY, M.D. Eye Physician and Surgeon Partner at University Ophthalmology Associates and Assistant Professor at Rush University Medical Center, Chicago

MAJORS WITHIN THE GET INVOLVED PRE-HEALTH COLLEGE OF SCIENCE College-Related Student Clubs PROFESSIONS Biochemistry/Molecular Biology and Organizations PROGRAMS Biology (B.A./B.S.)+ American Chemical Society/Society Medical Chemistry (B.A./B.S.)+ of Physics Students (ACS/SPS) Dental Computer Information Systems+ American Medical Student Pharmacy Computer Science+ Association (AMSA) Optometry ALLIED HEALTH Data Science Anatomy Club Veterinary Medicine PROGRAMS Engineering Science Computer Science Club Podiatry Clinical (Medical) Lab Sciences Health Science Occupational Therapy/Physical Physician Assistant Diagnostic Medical Sonography Mathematics+ Therapy Club (OT/PT) Physical Therapy Nuclear Medical Technology Physics+ Pharmacy Club Occupational Therapy Radiation Therapy Pre-Dental Club Chiropractic Medicine Respiratory Therapy Pre-Optometry Club + Denotes majors that are also Pre-Physician Assistant Club available as minors Tri Beta Biological Honor Society

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