r/Biochemistry

Community Overview

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 156K 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 23K members have joined in the past year. Popular discussion topics include Biochemistry, Career, and Research. Product recommendations often mention biochemistry.

On Reddit
Established 2011
156K Members

Community Features

This community has a forum

Subreddit Analysis

via GummySearch
Yearly: +23K members
Growth: +17.2% / year

Member 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: 12K members

Past year (monthly)

  • Jul: 2K members
  • Aug: 2K members
  • Sep: 1K members
  • Oct: 2K members
  • Nov: 2K members
  • Dec: 2K members
  • Jan: 2K members
  • Feb: 2K members
  • Mar: 3K members
  • Apr: 2K members
  • May: 2K members
  • Jun: 1K members

Topics

  • Biochemistry
    60 posts in the past month
    #1
    Biochemistry
    60
  • Career
    23 posts in the past month
    #2
    Career
    23
  • Research
    22 posts in the past month
    #3
    Research
    22
  • Biochem
    12 posts in the past month
    #4
    Biochem
    12
  • Protein
    11 posts in the past month
    #5
    Protein
    11

Flair

  • Career & Education
    36 posts in the past month
    1. Regretting Biochemistry
    2. I got frustrated with how hard it is to make 3D science animations, so I built a web app to do it in under 2 minutes.
    3. Did I waste my time?
    #1
    Career & Education
    Regretting Biochemistry · I got frustrated with how hard it is to make 3D science animations, so I built a web app to do it in under 2 minutes. · Did I waste my time?
    36
  • Research
    22 posts in the past month
    1. Starting a new project involving custom peptides—any tips to avoid common pitfalls
    2. I'm a biochemist whose career is likely over due to long COVID. I just found this new paper on IgG and mitochondrial damage in ME/CFS and Long COVID.
    3. Difference between biochemistry and chemical biology
    #2
    Research
    Starting a new project involving custom peptides—any tips to avoid common pitfalls · I'm a biochemist whose career is likely over due to long COVID. I just found this new paper on IgG and mitochondrial damage in ME/CFS and Long COVID. · Difference between biochemistry and chemical biology
    22
  • image
    4 posts in the past month
    1. At least we made it look cool
    2. Glucose, but make it pretty (made these as a thank-you gift to the lab that let me intern there)
    3. MY LOVER THYMINE
    #3
    image
    At least we made it look cool · Glucose, but make it pretty (made these as a thank-you gift to the lab that let me intern there) · MY LOVER THYMINE
    4
  • Weekly Thread
    3 posts in the past month
    1. Jun 06: Cool Papers
    2. May 02: Cool Papers
    3. Apr 22: Education & Career Questions
    #4
    Weekly Thread
    Jun 06: Cool Papers · May 02: Cool Papers · Apr 22: Education & Career Questions
    3

Product recommendations

  • biochemistry
    110 posts in the past month
    1. Which universities are best for Biochemistry MSc in Germany?
    2. Which flower suits the best for this?
    3. Best nootropics/peptides for TBI?
    #1
    biochemistry
    Which universities are best for Biochemistry MSc in Germany? · Which flower suits the best for this? · Best nootropics/peptides for TBI?
    110

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 156K 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.