Biochemical research involves the study of the chemical processes and substances that occur within living organisms. This field of research explores the molecular mechanisms that underlie biological processes, such as metabolism, cell growth, and gene expression. Biochemists use a combination of techniques, such as spectroscopy, chromatography, and molecular biology, to investigate the structure and function of biomolecules, such as proteins, nucleic acids, and lipids. The findings of biochemical research have applications in a wide range of scientific disciplines, including medicine, agriculture, and biotechnology.