Department of Biochemistry

Research in the Department of Biochemistry integrates metabolomics and biochemistry in scientific fields. The main focus is on cardiovascular disease (particularly atherosclerosis), primary episode psychosis and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) as one of the main causes of disability and death in the Europe. We also carry out teaching of medical biochemistry in the Faculty of Medicine.

Spokespersons

• Mihkel Zilmer – human metabolism, National Institute for Health Development, public speaking on metabolism-based nutrition
• Tiiu Kullisaar – probiotics and oxidative stress
• Rando Porosk – structure of biomolecules, IT-solutions for study subjects
• Kalle Kilk – clinical metabolomics