Educational: There are several courses in biochemistry,
minimum requirement to take a course in this field is 10+2 Science. Students
having background in science at 10+2 level can take up B.Sc Biochemistry.
Further one can opt for M.Sc and MD in Biochemistry whose eligibility
are a B.Sc degree and an M.B.B.S degree respectively. Those with a masters
degree in the respective field can go for Ph.D and M.Phil in Biochemistry.
The course covers bioorganic chemistry, biophysical chemistry,
human physiology, microbiology and virology, basic immunology, enzymology,
intermediary metabolism of carbohydrates, structural biology, bioenergetics
and biomembrances, computer applications in biology, nutritional and clinical
biochemistry and molecular biology.
Personal attributes: They must be creative, imaginative and hardworking
with good communication skills both oral and written as they have to interact
with other scientists. Biochemists must be cooperative and able to work
as part of a team. Problem-solving, research and analytical skills, and
curiosity are important traits for future biochemists. Organisational
and computational skills are also essential. Because Biochemists work
in a field that requires precision, they need to be careful and patient
workers who can use scientific methods and equipment. They must be inquisitive
as well as persistent.
