Biochemistry

Whilst the principles of biochemistry go far back in history, the formalized discipline first emerged around the 1900s and has become an increasingly integral part of the life sciences. In the 1950s, the structure of DNA was discovered by Francis Crick, James Watson, Rosalind Franklin and Maurice Williams and remains a major event of historic importance for biochemistry, and the wider science community.

Biochemists answer biologically important questions at a molecular level by applying techniques and understanding from chemistry to living organisms. Biochemistry studies the structure and function of macromolecules, such as proteins and carbohydrates, to understand their role in how organisms work. These findings can then be applied to other areas of interest like drug discovery. Read about the latest advancements in biochemistry here.