Welcome to IPiB: Where the Biochemical Sciences Thrive
Are you ready to embark on your transformative journey in biochemistry? Look no further than the Integrated Program in Biochemistry (IPiB), the joint graduate training program of the University of Wisconsin–Madison’s Departments of Biochemistry and Biomolecular Chemistry.
Why Join IPiB?
Learn more about our world-class training in a vibrant community.
Student Life
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Program Requirements
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IPiB At a Glance
50
Expert faculty working in diverse research areas
92
Dedicated students in our community
3.7
Peer-reviewed publications per student, on average
Student Profiles
IPiB Thesis Defense June 19, 2026: Isabella James
James’s research in the Simcox Lab explored the role certain lipids play in energy expenditure.
IPiB Thesis Defense May 26, 2026: James Corban
His research in the Raman Lab developed research methods to identify and characterize proteins associated with epigenetic shifts in mammalian cells.
IPiB Thesis Defense May 27, 2026: Guy Kunzmann
Kunzmann’s research in the Cantor Lab explored how cellular processes impact cell fitness.
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Events
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- June 19IPiB Thesis Review: Isabella JamesVery Long-chain Ceramides Promote Energy Expenditure in Brown Adipose Tissue11:00 AM, 1211 DeLuca Biochemical Sciences Building