The Biochemistry program at Missouri State University-Springfield provides a comprehensive education focused on the chemical underpinnings of life. Students explore the intricate world of biological molecules and systems through coursework covering essential areas like cell biology, genetics, enzymology, and biophysical chemistry. A significant emphasis is placed on hands-on laboratory experience, ensuring students develop critical practical skills alongside theoretical knowledge. This rigorous training prepares graduates for diverse scientific careers in sectors such as healthcare, research, biotechnology, and pharmaceuticals, or for further advanced studies in graduate or professional schools. Housed within the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, the program offers a strong foundation for success in the dynamic field of biochemistry.
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Missouri State University (MSU or MO State), formerly Southwest Missouri State University, is a public university in Springfield, Missouri. Founded in 1905 as the Fourth District Normal School, it is the state's second largest university by enrollment, with an enrollment of 23,307 at its main campus in the fall semester of 2022. The school also operates a campus in West Plains, Missouri offering associate degrees, which had an enrollment of 1,744 in the fall semester of 2022. A bachelor's degree in business is offered at Liaoning Normal University in China. The university also operates a fruit research station in Mountain Grove, Missouri and a Department of Defense and Strategic Studies program in Fairfax, Virginia.
