Our researchers work at the frontier of scientific exploration. They turn research funding from the federal government and other sources into discoveries, methods, and technologies that save lives, strengthen the economy, and improve sustainability practices. Learn more below about how faculty, staff, and students in the Department of Biochemistry — and across campus — are helping make Wisconsin and the U.S. stronger.
Impactful Research in Biochemistry
Researchers in the Department of Biochemistry are building knowledge and driving innovation across the chemical and life sciences, ranging from human health to agriculture to sustainability.
Impactful Work Across Campus
Research at UW–Madison supported by federal funding has improved and saved lives and made the U.S. stronger with medical innovations, improvements to food security, advances in clean energy, AI and engineering, and more.
Impactful Student Researchers
The next generation of scientists are getting their start as undergraduates conducting research alongside our faculty, staff scientists, and graduate students. These students bring essential creativity and hard work to our labs.
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