Department of Biochemistry and Chemistry
We are passionate about research and teaching the next generation of Australian scientists.
We graduate professionals who embark on careers in research institutes, manufacturing and chemical industries, pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, government departments, pathology laboratories and hospitals.
Our Department is part of La Trobe's School of Agriculture, Biomedicine and Environment.
World-leading research
Our research in biochemistry and cell biology is ranked 'well above world standard'.
Australian Research Council, 2019, Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA) Outcomes 2018
State-of-the-art infrastructure investment
We've invested more than $500 million in advanced on-campus science learning and research facilities.
Learn more about our infrastructure projects.
Leaders in chemistry
Our research in chemical sciences is ranked 'well above world standard'.
Australian Research Council, 2019, Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA) Outcomes 2018
Research booklet
Our research focuses on some of today’s biggest challenges in biomedicine and biotechnology. We specialise in synthetic, organic, inorganic and analytical chemistry; molecular, cellular and structural biology; fundamental and applied biochemistry in microbes, plants and animals; and biomedical applications in human health and disease.
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