Upcoming Events
Corporate Sponsors
Biochemistry Unit
The Biochemistry SSU is a cohesive unit that explores biochemistry with a focus on the role of protein post-modifications on the induction or inhibition of cell death and its function in regulation of growth in cancer cells. The unit provides a collaborative learning environment that will enhance student preparation for postgraduate training and careers in industry.
Biochemistry Activities:
Hands-on Laboratory Research Projects in biochemistry, biotechnology, and molecular biology.
Biochemistry Unit Partners:
- National Science Foundation
- University of South Carolina - South Carolina Cancer Center
Unit Leader:
Dr. Bassam Fraij
Student Presentations:
Irine Chepkoech- Tissue Transglutaminase and Apoptosis: Effect of Tissue Transglutaminase in Apoptosis in Transient Cell Lines of Human Breast Cancer Cells
Latisha De'Bose- Human Gene (c-DNA) isolations and purifications
Reaya Richardson- Measurements of Protein Concentration in Human Breast Cancer Cells
Student Members:
Irine Chepkoech
Latisha De’Bose
Reaya Richardson
Camilio Esquivia
Website:
http://www.myspace.com/biochemistrybc
