Biochemistry
M.S., M.P.S. and Ph.D.

Introduction

Graduate studies in biochemistry reflect the College's interests in microbial, insect, and plant biochemistry. After completing a one-year sequence in general biochemistry, students select advanced courses from a range of offerings in chemistry, organismal biology and molecular biology. Advanced courses in biochemistry are available both at ESF and Syracuse University.

A wide variety of research topics are available ranging from plant physiology to biotechnology. Selective research topics include: Heavy metal cycling in natural systems (Boyer); microbial and algal production of biologically active natural products and their importance in cell biology (Boyer, LaLonde); chemical communication between organisms (Webster); marine algal toxins (Boyer); lipid metabolism of algae, zooplankton and zebra mussels (Teece, Boyer); epicuticular wax production in plants (Teece); and trace metal/nitrogen physiology of plants and algae (Boyer). Also, the use of microorganisms for the production of speciality chemicals including polysaccharide interconversions, and the application of bacterial and fungal enzymes in the bioremediation of environmental problems.

Prospective graduate students are strongly encouraged to contact any professor whose research is of interest!

Faculty and their Specialties

Follow the links immediately below for detailed descriptions of research of any professor. Many other useful links are found just below the listing of faculty.

• Dr. Gregory L. Boyer- Biochemistry
• Dr. Christopher T. Nomura - Biochemistry / Polymer Chemistry
• Dr. Mark A. Teece - Stable Isotope Biogeochemistry
• Dr. William T. Winter - Biopolymer / Computational Chemistry

Financial Support

Selected applicants to the graduate program will be offered a full tuition waiver and a 12 month stipend that will cover their living expenses, and the costs of books and fees. Students are supported primarily as research assistants rather than teaching assistants, and as a result they have more time to devote to their research.

Request an Application to the Graduate Program:

Office of Instruction and Graduate Studies
SUNY-ESF
1 Forestry Drive
Syracuse, NY 13210
(315) 470-6595
esfgrad@esf.edu

If you want more information, please follow this link to a brief form.