Welcome to the Department of Biological Chemistry! We are a basic science department in the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA. Our research addresses the molecular mechanisms underlying fundamental processes in biology and disease.

A message from the Department Chair

Siavash K. Kurdistani
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Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (JEDI)

Our faculty, students, and staff understand that diversity of perspective confers resilience when faced with challenges and facilitates problem-solving.

JEDI Committee