Biochemistry to Biophysics
Hello, I’m a rising junior biochemistry major. This summer I’m working within a biochemistry lab looking at various aspects of protein assembly. However, it’s felt lackluster so far. I still have not decided on specific target grad programs, so I’ve floated around the idea of biophysics as a possibility instead of biochemistry as a target. To this end I’m looking at taking intro physics sequence, statistical thermodynamics, modern physics, and quantum. Additionally for supporting math I’ll take linear algebra. Lastly I would like to work with MD, I’ve had a bit of experience with MD modeling with VMD but not a whole lot of formal experience.
So my task for the summer has been freshening up by self-studying intro physics with serway and Jewett textbook and self-studying python
A couple questions:
-is this recommended coursework in prep for grad school, if not what would it be?
-I won’t have all of the physics courses like fluids, general relativity and electromagnetic theory, is that okay for biophysics grad programs specifically?
-Also at this point I would be starting from scratch with no research, so the follow-up is how important is research opportunities for the biophysics pivot?
-Is there anything else I should know for getting into MD?
-Any lifestyle commentary to add?
-Any additional advice/tips/scrutiny?