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The Department of Biochemistry recognizes diversity of identity and experience as a source of strength that promotes excellence, innovation, flexibility and adaptability in our discipline. We embrace, nurture, value and celebrate this diversity. 

Biochemistry News

Featured Faculty

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Dr. Shawn Li

Canada Research Chair (CRC) - Dr. Li has received a Tier I CRC in the Molecular and Epigenetic Basis of Cancer. (Read more)

Featured Student

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Samir Hamadache

PhD student - Samir was awarded a Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarship to support his research in synthetic biology. (Read more)

Featured Alumni

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Dr. Helen Petropoulos

A mission to mobilize - Dr. Petropoulos discusses her journey to and choice of a non-traditional science career. (Read more)