
Alumni and Friends
Young Alumni Award: Excellence in neuroscience education
One question changed the course of Tari Tan’s (Biochemistry & Biophysics, ‘08) professional career.

Biochemistry & Biophysics
Biochemist receives funds to unlock new structural pathway
Biophysicist Afua Nyarko has received $820K over a four-year period to conduct research into biological processes important for the regulation of cell growth, memory and kidney function. She hopes that her research will broaden the scope of scientific knowledge, opening new doors for disease treatment.

Students
Biochemistry senior credits Science faculty with helping him realize his ambition
An award-winning scholar and undergraduate researcher in biochemistry assistant professor Afua Nyarko’s lab, Diego Rodriguez exemplifies the power of using perseverance and dedication to achieve one’s goals.