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Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Club (BMBC)

Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Club (BMBC) is an active student-run, faculty-sponsored association that brings together Biochemistry and Molecular Biology undergraduate majors for educational and social events. Past activities include pizza with Professors, laboratory open houses, science movie screenings, and picnics with graduate students.

Mission Statement: To provide community among Biochemistry and Molecular Biology undergraduate majors at the University of Iowa and to offer resources and support to its members that will foster success as an undergraduate student, professional development, and career planning.

BMBC Officers

Co-Presidents: Ethan Hahlbeck (ethan-hahlbeck@uiowa.edu) and Christian Brandt (christian-brandt@uiowa.edu)
The Presidents act as the primary representative for BMBC, plans and implements activities of the club, and oversees all endeavors.


Co-Vice Presidents: Zachary Bolton (zachary-bolton@uiowa.edu) and Samantha Thompson (samantha-g-thompson@uiowa.edu)
The Vice Presidents work closely with the Presidents to plan activities for the club and assist in their implementation.


Co-Events Coordinators: Aditi Parab (aditi-parab@uiowa.edu) and Chloe Ovel (chloe-ovel@uiowa.edu)
The events coordinators are responsible for organizing and communicating club events.

Meeting Times/Places

    BMBC meetings will be announced by email message from Judy Means, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Undergraduate Coordinator (judy-means@uiowa.edu).

    Upcoming Events!

    BMBC presents Pizza with Professors!  Please join us to learn about the BMB major, research opportunities, and careers in BMB.

    When and where?  Wednesday, August 30, 2023, from 4:00-5:00 PM in the MERF Atrium (main level, first floor).

    If you are interested in attending, please RSVP to Judy Means (biochem@uiowa.edu) by Friday, August 25th.

    Contact Information

    Judy Means, BMB Undergraduate Coordinator
    319-335-8993 - judy-means@uiowa.edu

    Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Club (BMBC)
    The University of Iowa
    51 Newton Road
    4-403 Bowen Science Building
    Iowa City, Iowa 52242

    Name and e-mail address of faculty sponsor:

    Lori Wallrath, PhD

    Professor of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

    lori-wallrath@uiowa.edu