Applied Biochemistry

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Program Overview

Field : Natural and Life Sciences 

Program : Biological Sciences

Specialization : Applied Biochemistry


Presentation of the Doctoral Program


Applied Biochemistry is one of the two specializations within the doctoral program in Biological Sciences offered by the Faculty of Sciences (Department of Natural and Life Sciences – SNV) at the University of Algiers 1 Benyoucef Benkhedda.

The doctoral training in Biological Sciences aims to address Algeria’s specific needs in terms of food security and public health, while contributing to sustainable development and the improvement of the population's quality of life. Indeed, biological sciences have a profound and multidimensional impact on food safety and public health. They provide essential tools and knowledge to sustainably enhance food production, ensure food safety, and develop effective health interventions. These advances contribute to a better quality of life and the protection of public health on a global scale.

Through the recent revision of the national research projects (PNR), the General Directorate for Scientific Research and Technological Development (DGRSDT) has reoriented scientific research towards applied aspects in the fields of health and food security, in alignment with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) adopted by the United Nations (Paris, 2015), and with the aim of improving citizen health.

It is within this framework that this doctoral program has been established in the Biological Sciences stream, with its specializations in Applied Biochemistry and Applied Microbiology. The main objectives of this doctoral training are to provide scientific, technical, and operational skills to train high-level professionals capable of conducting research in biological sciences, in response to the challenges faced by our biomedical and economic partners.

Moreover, this doctoral program represents a valuable opportunity for the most qualified Master’s students to pursue their studies at the postgraduate level.


Teaching Language : French

Curriculum Highlights

Core Courses

Semester 1 Courses

• Enzymatic and Microbiological Engineering (2h/week) (per program)

• Natural Substances and Biological Activities (per program) (2h/week)

• Plant–Microorganism Interactions (per program) (2h/week)

• Methods of Extraction, Purification, and Characterization of Biomolecules (per program) (2h/week)

• Discovery of New Bacterial Taxa and Their Valorization in Various Specialized Fields (2h/week)


Semester 2 Courses

• Enzymatic and Microbiological Engineering (2h/week) (per program)

• Microbial Genetics (per program) (2h/week)

• Plant–Microorganism Interactions (per program) (2h/week)

• Instrumental Analysis Techniques (per program) (2h/week)

• Biomedical Research (per program) (2h/week)


Seminars and Workshops

• Bioactive Molecules in the Pharmaceutical and Agri-Food Industries

• Ex vivo Analysis of Vascular Relaxation

• Applied Biochemical Techniques

• Acquisition and Analysis of Omics Data

• Molecular Biology

• Cryostat Sectioning and Morphometric Analysis of Histological Slides


Advanced Topics

Advanced Topics by Strategic Axis


Public Health Axis

  • Applied Biomedical Research
  • Molecular Biology
  • Therapeutic Applications of Bioactive Molecules
  • Advanced Instrumental Analysis Techniques
  • Histological Techniques and Advanced Morphometric Imaging
  • Enzymatic and Microbiological Engineering (applied to health)


Food Security Axis

  • Plant–Microorganism Interactions
  • Natural Substances and Bioactive Biomolecules
  • Extraction, Purification, and Characterization of Biomolecules
  • Discovery and Valorization of New Microbial Taxa
  • Microbial Genetics
  • Enzymatic and Microbiological Engineering (applied to agri-food)


Admissions Information

Admission Requirements


·      Admission by entrance exam (for Algerian students).

·      Educational background qualifying for participation in the entrance exam: Master's degree in Biological Sciences.

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