Brief History

History Of The Department Of Applied Biochemistry
The Department of Applied Biochemistry, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka was originally established in 1982 by Prof. Godson Osuji in the defunct Anambra state University of Science and technology (ASUTECH 1980-1991). Following the creation of Anambra State in 1991 and the take over from the state by the Federal Government, the department evolved to its present status. The name Applied Biochemistry was derived from the original concept of the University of Technology, to train graduates in Biochemistry who are amenable to the demands of Biochemistry in Agriculture, Biotechnology, Medical sciences and Industry. The department relocated from the temporary site in Awka metropolis to the science village (permanent site) of the University in 2006.
Biochemistry is the study of the molecular events that enable the function of living organisms. It is a versatile discipline that spans all disciplines associated with life and living organisms. Biochemistry has evolved new methods, concepts and contributions that have advanced human knowledge in contemporary times. This can be attested to by the relatively large number of Biochemists who are Noble Laureates in Chemistry, Physiology and Medicine.