Double celebration for mother and daughter
Tuesday, 21 May 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
Biochemistry celebrates graduate achievements and speaks out for critical thinking
Tuesday, 14 May 2019
Double celebration for mother and daughter
Thursday, 2 May 2019
Upcoming events
Biochemistry PhD Seminar | Mackenzie Lovegrove
Tuesday, 28 May 2019
Evolving Eusociality: Using Drosophila to understand the evolution of reproductive constraint in worker honeybees
Biochemistry Seminar | Dr Lara Shepherd, Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa
Tuesday, 4 June 2019
Using DNA markers to shed light on Māori agricultural practices and mimicry in Alseuosmia shrubs.
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