Major donation supports research into early-stage cancer detection
Friday, 21 June 2019
The Department of Biochemistry at Otago teaches biochemistry, genetics, plant biotechnology, and related subjects to undergraduate and postgraduate students, and carries out research into how life works at the molecular level. Our staff and students investigate the underpinning mechanisms of life in humans and other animals, plants, and microbes. Our goals are to enhance the well-being and quality of life of New Zealanders, improve the diagnosis and treatment of disease, and develop technology in agriculture and other industries.
Study
We teach biochemistry, genetics, and molecular biology to undergraduate and postgraduate science students, and contribute to professional health science courses such as Medicine and Dentistry.
Research
The Department has a long tradition of excellent research and innovation. Research interests are wide-ranging, in three broad categories:
About us
In 2019 the Biochemistry Department has its 70th anniversary of contributing high-quality teaching and research to the University of Otago. The Department is part of the School of Biomedical Sciences, within the Otago Division of Health Sciences.
Latest News
Beautiful biochem dress highlights deep connection between science and design
Thursday, 6 June 2019
Celebration of research at the School of Biomedical Sciences Symposium
Tuesday, 4 June 2019
Upcoming events
Biochemistry Seminar | Assoc. Professor Alexander McLellan, Microbiology & Immunology
Tuesday, 9 July 2019
Promoters to drive CAR T cell therapy
Biochemistry Seminar | Dr Cherie Blenkiron, University of Auckland
Tuesday, 16 July 2019
Unravelling the biology of a rare cancer: a recipe of sunshine, a virus, some immune cells, a few microRNAs and lots of extracellular vesicles
Research Blog
