"Revealing how life works"

Welcome! Our hope is that you will be able to find what you want to know about our Department within these pages. If not, please do not hesitate to contact us!

Our mission in Biochemistry & Biophysics is:

• to carry out significant original research that reveals the molecular mechanisms underlying life of all varieties and that provides excellent training for undergraduate students, graduate students, and post-doctoral fellows;
• to provide excellent classroom and laboratory training of both major and non-major undergraduate students at Oregon State University and in so doing prepare them for success in their chosen careers and in life.

In carrying out our mission, Biochemistry & Biophysics is home to about 120 undergraduate majors and 30 graduate students. We grant B.S., M.S. and Ph.D. degrees. Our faculty oversee research funded by grants and contracts of over $2.5 million annually.

Current news:

BB Graduation Reception. We invite all BB 2008 graduates and their families to a lunch reception to celebrate their accomplishments. We look forward to celebrating our BB students and meeting the families that have been an important part of our students' successes. The reception will be Saturday, June 14 from 12 noon to 2 p.m. at the Memorial Union in room MU109.

Tory Hagen inaugurated as the Jamieson Chair in Healthspan Research