The Department of Biochemistry, University of Kashmir, established in 1982, has a strong foundation in teaching and research. Over the years, the department has contributed to the advancement of biochemical sciences through academic training, scientific research, and the development of skilled human resources.

Biochemistry provides a molecular understanding of life and serves as an important link between fundamental biological sciences and advances in medicine and human health. With the rapid progress of life sciences, our responsibility is to strengthen both academic learning and research, while preparing students and scholars to meet emerging scientific challenges.

As Head of the Department, my priority is to foster an academic environment that encourages critical thinking, scientific curiosity, research integrity, and collaboration. We will continue to strive for excellence in teaching, strengthen our research capabilities, and provide our students and research scholars with opportunities to develop their scientific knowledge and potential.

Building on the contributions of our predecessors and the collective efforts of our faculty, researchers, students, and alumni, we aim to further strengthen the department’s academic standing and research profile. Our endeavour will be to advance meaningful scientific research, nurture future scientists, and contribute to society through knowledge creation and dissemination.

Prof. Nazir Ahmad Dar
Head, Department of Biochemistry
University of Kashmir