Interest in innovative scientific research, Application of analytical and logical reasoning, Brilliant scientific acumen and Enduring research interests make for successful biochemical career.
Introduction
Biochemists study the chemical combinations and reactions involved in biological processes of growth, metabolism, reproduction, and heredity. They also study the effect of environment on living tissue and the structure and functions of enzymes, proteins, carbohydrates, fats and the processes of metabolism, the molecular basis of the action of genes. Today the most important work in biochemistry is the elucidation of the structure of DNA (Deoxyribo Nucleic Acid).
Nature of Work
Biochemical research is applied to medicine, agriculture, and nutrition. Biochemists working in the medical field study causes of diseases, are involved in diagnostic procedures and therapy. They study the role of genes in the occurrence of disease in a patient. They study chemical changes in cells during disease, understand brain function, metabolism, physiological adaptation etc. Research in recent years has covered the study of the composition of protein molecules and chromosomes that comprise human life. They are on the threshold of synthesising these elemental substances.
In agriculture increased produce, improved quality of fruits, and commodities have been major areas in which biochemists have made a contribution. In the field of nutrition biochemists have studied the effects of certain foodstuffs, mineral and vitamin deficiencies on the human body. Biochemists discovered the mechanisms of the fermentation process which has had tremendous influence in this area.
Work Conditions
Personal QualitiesThey work in clean, quiet, and modern laboratories They work with chemical substances hence care has to be exercised Use high-tech equipments such as the electron microscope The job may require travel and interaction with professionals from other fields which are related to research work.
Job prospectsAn inquisitive mind Perseverance Keen observation Patience and tenacity Biochemical research is often a team affair and the individual should be able to work as part of a group Continued learning and improvement in research skills are required
Study and TrainingMedical institutions where there is ongoing research in fields related to cancer, AIDS, mental disorders etc. The pharmaceutical industry where genetically engineered drugs are being developed Agricultural research institutions
Biochemistry can be studied in graduate courses after 10+2 and can be pursued till Ph.D. level.
Courses/Institutions
Graduate and Postgraduate Courses
EASTERN REGION
Manipur University, Canchipur, Imphal 795003
B.Sc.
M.Sc.
North Eastern Hill University, Lower Lachauniere, Shillong 793001
M.Sc.
University of Calcutta, College Street, Calcutta 700073
M.Sc.
University of Kalyani, PO Kalyani, Distt. Nadia 741235
M.Sc.
Rajendra Agricultural University, Samastipur 848125
M.Sc.
Orissa University of Agriculture and Technology, Bhubaneshwar 751003
B.Sc.
NORTHERN REGION
Chitrakoot Gramodaya Vishwavidyalaya, Distt. Satna 210204
B.Sc.
Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya, 16D, R N Tagore Marg, Indore 452001 (MP)
M.Sc
Pt. Ravishankar Shukla University, Raipur, 492010 (MP)
M.Sc Clininal Biochem
Rani Durgavati Vishwavidyalaya, Jabalpur 482001
M.Sc
Jiwaji University, Vidya Vihar, Gwalior 474011
M.Sc
Narendra Dev University of Agriculture, Faizabad 224229
B.Sc
Rohilkhand Univ., Bareilly, U.P
B.Sc
Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh 202002
M.Sc, B.Sc
Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi 221005
M.Sc
University of Lucknow, Lucknow 226007
M.Sc
University of Delhi, Delhi 110007
B.Sc Hons, M.Sc
All India Instt. Of Med. Sciences, Ansari Nagar, Delhi 110029
M.Sc
Jamia Hamdard, New Delhi 62
M.Sc
Kurukshetra University, Kurukshetra 132119
B.Sc, B.Sc Hons
Haryana Agricultural University, Hisar 125004
M.Sc
National Dairy Research Instt., Karnal 132001
M.Sc
Guru Nanak Dev University, Amritsar 143005
B.Sc
Punjab Agricultural Univ., Ludhiana 141004
B.Sc
Punjab Univ., Sector 14, Chandigarh 160014
B.Sc, M.Sc
University of Kashmir, Hazratbal, Srinagar 190006
M.Sc
Himachal Pradesh Krishi Vishwavidyalaya, Palampur 176062
M.Sc
WESTERN REGION
Sardar Patel University, Vidya Nagar Gujarat 388120
B.Sc
Gujarat University, Navrang Pura, Ahmedabad 380009
M.Sc
University of Bombay, M.G. Road Fort, Mumbai 400032
B.Sc, M.Sc
Marathwada University, Aurangabad 431004
B.Sc, M.Sc
Northern Maharashtra University, Jalgaon 425002
M.Sc
MS University of Baroda, Vadodara 390002, Gujarat
M.Sc
Nagpur University, exam, Near Maharaj Bagh, M.G. Marg, Nagpur 440001
M.Sc
Shivaji University, Vidhyanagar, Kolhapur 416004
B.Sc, M.Sc
Goa University, PO Santa Cruz Taleigao Plateau, Goa 403002
M.Sc
Dr. BR Ambedkar, Marathwada Univ., Aurangabad 431004
B.Sc, M.Sc
SOUTHERN REGION
Kakatiya University Vidyaranyaupuri, Warangal 506009
B.Sc
Andhra Univ., Vishakapatnam 530003
M.Sc
Osmania University, Administrative Bldg., Hyderabad 400007
M.Sc
Shri Krishnadevaraya University, Sri Venkateshwarapuram Anantapur 515003
M.Sc
Sri Venkateshwara University, Tirupati 517502, Chitoor Distt., AP
M.Sc
Avinashilingam Instt. For Home Sc. & Higher Education for Women, Coimbatore 641043
M.Sc
Madurai Kamraj University, Palkalai, Madurai
M.Sc
Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam 686560
M.Sc
University of Madara, Centenery Bldgs., Chepauk, Chennai
M.Sc
Bharatidasan Palkalaiperun Tiruchirapalli
M.Sc
Bharthiar University, Maruthamalai Road, Coimbatore 641046
B.Sc, M.Sc
Univ. Of Mysore, Crawford Hall, Karya Soudha, Mysore 570005
B.Sc, M.Sc
Karnataka Univ., Pavate Nagar, Dharwad 580003
M.Sc
University of Kerala, University PO, Thiruvanthapuram, Kerala 695034
M.Sc
Annamalai Univ., PO Annamalainagar 608002
M.Sc
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