Our Department
The Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Genetics is dedicated to providing cutting-edge research and education that improves our understanding of the structure and function of genes on a molecular level and of the chemical processes within and related to living organisms and ideas pathogenesis.
Spotlights
Benjamin Singer, MD, PhD
Benjamin Singer, MD, associate professor of Medicine in the Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care, will co-lead a new $12 million National Institutes of Health grant to identify mechanisms that determine how lung neutrophils drive tissue injury, inflammation and repair in patients with severe pneumonia, lung transplantation and asthma.
Research Resources
Publications
Browse our archive of recent publications to catch up on the latest discoveries from within our laboratories.
Basic Science Labs
Learn more about the work done in our basic science labs and the investigators leading their efforts.
Contact Us
Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine
Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Genetics
Simpson Querrey, 7th Floor
303 E. Superior Street
Chicago, IL 60611
Starzl Academy
Physician-Scientist Training & Resources
We offer a wide range of resources, mentorship opportunities and formal training programs to help our residents and fellows excel as physician-scientists. Explore all of the resources and hear from housestaff who are making research a major part of their career development plans.
Basic Science Administration
Our department is supported by the Basic Science Administration group. The team provides assistance related to research and financial administration, professional affairs, facilities and communications.