Emily Westover
Assistant Professor of Biochemistry

Degrees
Washington University, Ph.D.Brigham Young University, B.S.
Expertise
science education, biochemistryProfile
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I have always been interested in the intersection of biology and chemistry. I received my PhD in Bioorganic Chemistry and have research experience in protein biochemistry, cell biology as well as small-molecule organic synthesis. I currently share my fascination for biochemistry, in particular, and science, in general, by teaching.
I teach introductory biochemistry, a biochemistry laboratory course, and electives that focus on disease mechanisms at the molecular level. I strive to have an engaging and challenging classroom experience for my students. During 2013-2014 I participated in the Davis Teaching Fellows group, which has provided me with new perspectives and strategies for teaching.
Courses Taught
BCHM | 88b | Introductory Biochemistry |
BCHM | 100a | Advanced Introductory Biochemistry |
BIBC | 126b | Molecular Mechanisms of Disease |
Scholarship
Westover, Emily J.. "Relationship between phosphatidylinositol 4-phosphate synthesis, membrane organisation and lateral diffusion of PI4KIIalpha at the trans-Golgi Network." Journal of Lipid Research 51. 8 (2010): 2314-2324.