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As a biochemistry major at WSU, you'll deepen your understanding of biological and chemical sciences while gaining hands-on experience through research opportunities and internships. These experiences prepare you for both professional careers and advanced academic pursuits. You'll be taught by faculty members actively engaged in their disciplines and have the advantage of working in state-of-the-art research facilities. Wichita State prioritizes practical education—every program includes mandatory applied learning or research components, ensuring you graduate with job-ready skills. Biochemistry students collaborate directly with faculty conducting groundbreaking research. For instance, Moriah Beck, a chemistry professor at Wichita State, leads investigations into cancer metastasis. Her team of nine undergraduate and graduate students studies palladin, a human protein that plays a crucial role in regulating actin, our cells' most prevalent protein.