The interface between chemistry and biology continues to be a rewarding and dynamic area of research. The Chemistry Training Track within the Biological Chemistry Graduate Program was founded on this vision and is designed to prepare students to address emerging research opportunities at the crossroads of modern chemistry and discovery biology. Research projects focus on topics at the forefront of synthetic and mechanistic chemistry, chemical biology, and biochemistry. The program is committed to providing an educational experience that is challenging, broad-based and rigorous.
Access to the equipment and facilities required for conducting state-of-the-art biomedical research is part of the Chemistry Training Track's commitment to students.
Program Faculty
Training is provided through a variety of experiences as listed below:
Required Courses:
Fall, First Year
1.5 Units: Advanced Problems in Reaction Mechanisms I
1.5 Units: Chemical Structure & Reactivity I
1.5 Units: Chemical Structure & Reactivity II
1.5 Units: Chemical Synthesis I
1.5 Units: Chemical Synthesis II
Spring, First Year
3 Units: Advanced Synthesis and Catalysis
1.5 Units: Advanced Problems in Reaction Mechanisms II
1.5 Units: Small Molecule Structure & Elucidation
Note: Students who wish to enroll in the Chemistry Training Track are not required to take the DBS Core Course. Prospective students can include a statement in their application indicating their intention to join the Track. Students who decide to take the DBS Core Course can join the Chemistry Training Track in the Spring of their first year.
Student Seminars in Chemistry:
Each student presents one seminar on his/her own research and one seminar on a literature topic annually. Students are expected to attend this seminar series on a weekly basis.
Chemistry Noon Seminar Series:
The chemistry training track hosts a unique seminar series featuring visiting expert speakers. Students are expected to attend for credit.
Dissertation Commitee:
Students are expected to meet on a regular basis with their dissertation committee to discuss their progression toward degree.
Qualifying Exam:
Students are expected to pass their Qualifying Exam by May of their first year in the Program (second year in DBS).
For more information contact the Chemistry Track Chair Joe Ready or other Program Faculty.
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