Biophysics
Program Overview
Biophysics is the use of physics, chemistry, mathematics, and biology to investigate the physical basis of life. Upper-division courses require synthesis and integration of information from many areas of science to understand processes such as protein folding, the function of ion channels, and how the nervous system works.
Program Summary
Program Credits: 72.5-73.5 Credits
Status: Open Enrollment
Introductory Course: Cell 120
Beyond The Classroom
Engaging in internships, mentored research, associations, and clubs related to your program are important steps in linking your education with the real world. These experiences enhance your education and prepare you for both further schooling and your future career.
*Pre-Approved Faculty for Mentored Research
CELL Department:
Jeff Edwards
Dario Mizrachi
Sterling Sudweeks
Dixon Woodbury
Physics Department:
Dennis Della Corte
*Biophysics research is also possible with many other faculty in the science and engineering fields. However, approval of the scientific project is required before biophysics research credit is received. Please contact the CELL Department for approval.
Possible Occupations
With a Bachelors
- Research Technologist
- Biomedical Technician
- Biomedical Engineer
- Epidemiologist
- Microbiologist
- Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technologist
With a Masters
- Bioinformatics Scientist
- Biometrician
- Biostatistician
- Physician Assistant
With a Doctorate
- Biochemist
- Biophysicist
- Surgeon
- Physician
- Medical Scientist
Carol Copling
Advisor
First Generation Students (All Majors)Exercise & Wellness (A), Biology (A-C), Public Health, Neuroscience (A), CELL (A)
Monica Eastman
Advisor
Exercise Science (O-Z)Integrated MAT (Q-Z)
Plant & Wildlife Science (L-Z)
CELL (H-Z)
MEET YOUR ACADEMIC ADVISOR
To learn more, schedule an appointment with Life Sciences Advisement at 801-422-3042.