About r/Biochemistry
A place to post news and discuss the frontiers of biochemistry and biotechnology. Please refrain from posting home videos with songs and raps.
The community at a glance
r/Biochemistry is a Subreddit for Chemists with roughly 162K members. It has been around since 2011. It uses a forum format for communication. On the Hive Index it ranks #9 in the Chemistry communities list.
Roughly 24K members have joined in the past year. Popular discussion topics include Biochemistry, Career, and Research. Product recommendations often mention biochemistry.
Community Topics
Community Features
This community has a forum
Subreddit Analysis
via GummySearchMember growth over time
All time (yearly)
- 2013: 1K members
- 2014: 1K members
- 2015: 2K members
- 2016: 3K members
- 2017: 3K members
- 2018: 6K members
- 2020: 41K members
- 2021: 14K members
- 2022: 11K members
- 2024: 37K members
- 2025: 22K members
- 2026: 18K members
Past year (monthly)
- Nov: 2K members
- Dec: 2K members
- Jan: 2K members
- Feb: 2K members
- Mar: 3K members
- Apr: 2K members
- May: 2K members
- Jun: 2K members
- Jul: 2K members
- Aug: 2K members
- Sep: 2K members
- Oct: 40 members
Topics
- Biochemistry60 posts in the past month#160Biochemistry
- Career23 posts in the past month#223Career
- Research22 posts in the past month#322Research
- Biochem12 posts in the past month#412Biochem
- Protein11 posts in the past month#511Protein
Flair
- Career & Education13 posts in the past month
- Low GPA prospects
- Very new to Biochemistry, any advice
- I’m struggling to keep up in BioChem
#113Career & EducationLow GPA prospects · Very new to Biochemistry, any advice · I’m struggling to keep up in BioChem - Research8 posts in the past month
- Some Bacteria Can Turn Electricity Into Food
- i wanna be more educated in this topic but I don’t know where to start. where do you find reliable sources?
- Vesicle Lipidomes Retain Core Features of Their Parent Cells
#28ResearchSome Bacteria Can Turn Electricity Into Food · i wanna be more educated in this topic but I don’t know where to start. where do you find reliable sources? · Vesicle Lipidomes Retain Core Features of Their Parent Cells - Weekly Thread7 posts in the past month
- Sep 23: Education & Career Questions
- Sep 16: Education & Career Questions
- Sep 19: Cool Papers
#37Weekly ThreadSep 23: Education & Career Questions · Sep 16: Education & Career Questions · Sep 19: Cool Papers - video2 posts in the past month
- A 3-minute CGI tour of the molecular machinery inside a human cell
- How One Cell Becomes You: The Power of Morphogens | Breakthrough Junior Challenge 2026
#42videoA 3-minute CGI tour of the molecular machinery inside a human cell · How One Cell Becomes You: The Power of Morphogens | Breakthrough Junior Challenge 2026
Product recommendations
- biochemistry110 posts in the past month
- Which universities are best for Biochemistry MSc in Germany?
- Which flower suits the best for this?
- Best nootropics/peptides for TBI?
#1110biochemistryWhich universities are best for Biochemistry MSc in Germany? · Which flower suits the best for this? · Best nootropics/peptides for TBI?
Community Reviews
Frequently asked questions
- Who is r/Biochemistry for?
- Best for Chemists enthusiasts looking for a Reddit-based community with forum discussion.
- Is r/Biochemistry free to join?
- This listing is not marked as paid-only. Access rules and any fees are decided by the community.
- How many members does r/Biochemistry have?
- Roughly 162K members, based on figures reported by the community or its host. Member counts are approximate and change over time.
- What platform is r/Biochemistry on?
- r/Biochemistry runs on Reddit. Reddit communities (or "subreddits") are forum-based groups on the popular social news aggregation, web content rating, and discussion website Reddit. Reddit is commonly known as "the front page of the internet". Users submit content to the site such as links, text posts, and images, which are then voted up or down and discussed by other members. From investing Reddit communities, to professional ones, to ones just for laughs, you're likely to find a community for you on Reddit.
- What topics does r/Biochemistry cover?
- On the Hive Index, r/Biochemistry is organized under Chemists.
- How do I join r/Biochemistry?
- You can join r/Biochemistry by clicking this link, or pressing the "Go to community" button above.
- What are the Chemistry communities like?
- Welcome to the world of online communities for Chemists! These vibrant and diverse platforms offer a virtual haven for scientists, researchers, and enthusiasts alike. Joining these communities provides an invaluable opportunity to connect, collaborate, and exchange knowledge with fellow chemists from around the globe. With variations across different communities, you can find forums dedicated to specific branches of chemistry, such as organic, inorganic, analytical, and physical chemistry. Some communities focus on academic discussions and research sharing, while others cater to industry professionals seeking advice on practical applications and career development. Additionally, you may find platforms that emphasize mentorship and support for students and early-career chemists. Whether you're looking for guidance, inspiration, networking opportunities, or simply a space to geek out about chemistry, these online communities have got you covered.
Monthly Stats
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