Donald Ruhl

Associate Professor

Biochemistry & Molecular Biology

  • Associate Professor
    Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
  • 405-744-6409 (Work)
  • Oklahoma State University, 348F Noble Research Center, Stillwater, OK, 74078, United States

TEACHING

  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Undergraduate Research
    9 Mar 2026 - 1 May 2026
    Training in independent work, study of relevant literature and experimental investigation of an assigned problem.Offered for variable credit, 1-6 credit hours, maximum of 10 credit hours.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Chemistry and Applications of Biomolecules
    12 Jan 2026 - 1 May 2026
    A descriptive survey of organic functional groups and biomolecules. Mode of formation and function of these molecules in microorganisms, plants and animals as they relate to biotechnology, environmental sciences and health related issues. A terminal course for students in applied biological science education. Not recommended for pre-professional students or students planning graduate study in biological sciences.Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1225 or CHEM 1515.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Chemistry and Applications of Biomolecules
    12 Jan 2026 - 1 May 2026
    A descriptive survey of organic functional groups and biomolecules. Mode of formation and function of these molecules in microorganisms, plants and animals as they relate to biotechnology, environmental sciences and health related issues. A terminal course for students in applied biological science education. Not recommended for pre-professional students or students planning graduate study in biological sciences.Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1225 or CHEM 1515.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Drugs, Medications and Human Well-Being (N)
    12 Jan 2026 - 1 May 2026
    Influence of medications and illegal drugs on our health. Explores the medications used to treat cancers, diabetes, microbial infections, heart and mental diseases. Abused drugs, such as alcohol, caffeine, opioids and cannabis and their effects are also covered. Course is designed for non-majors.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Undergraduate Research
    12 Jan 2026 - 1 May 2026
    Training in independent work, study of relevant literature and experimental investigation of an assigned problem.Offered for variable credit, 1-6 credit hours, maximum of 10 credit hours.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Undergraduate Research: Honors
    12 Jan 2026 - 1 May 2026
    Training in independent work, study of relevant literature and experimental investigation of an assigned problem.Offered for variable credit, 1-6 credit hours, maximum of 10 credit hours.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Physical Chemistry for Biologists
    18 Aug 2025 - 5 Dec 2025
    Classical and statistical thermodynamics with applications to pure systems, solutions and electrochemistry; transport; chemical and enzyme kinetics, quantum chemistry of structure and chemical bond; and spectroscopy all with emphasis on biological applications. Previously offered as BIOC 4224 and BIOC 3224.Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1515, (MATH 2123 or MATH 2144), and (PHYS 1114 or PHYS 2014) or consent of instructor.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Survey of Biochemistry
    18 Aug 2025 - 5 Dec 2025
    An introduction to the chemistry of living systems. Chemical properties of the constituents of living organisms. Modes of formation, reactions and function of these compounds in microorganisms, plants and animals. Intended for non-majors.Prerequisite(s): CHEM 3013 or CHEM 3053.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Undergraduate Research
    18 Aug 2025 - 5 Dec 2025
    Training in independent work, study of relevant literature and experimental investigation of an assigned problem.Offered for variable credit, 1-6 credit hours, maximum of 10 credit hours.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Undergraduate Research: Honors
    18 Aug 2025 - 5 Dec 2025
    Training in independent work, study of relevant literature and experimental investigation of an assigned problem.Offered for variable credit, 1-6 credit hours, maximum of 10 credit hours.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Chemistry and Applications of Biomolecules
    13 Jan 2025 - 2 May 2025
    A descriptive survey of organic functional groups and biomolecules. Mode of formation and function of these molecules in microorganisms, plants and animals as they relate to biotechnology, environmental sciences and health related issues. A terminal course for students in applied biological science education. Not recommended for pre-professional students or students planning graduate study in biological sciences.Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1225 or CHEM 1515.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Chemistry and Applications of Biomolecules
    13 Jan 2025 - 2 May 2025
    A descriptive survey of organic functional groups and biomolecules. Mode of formation and function of these molecules in microorganisms, plants and animals as they relate to biotechnology, environmental sciences and health related issues. A terminal course for students in applied biological science education. Not recommended for pre-professional students or students planning graduate study in biological sciences.Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1225 or CHEM 1515.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Drugs, Medications and Human Well-Being (N)
    13 Jan 2025 - 2 May 2025
    Influence of medications and illegal drugs on our health. Explores the medications used to treat cancers, diabetes, microbial infections, heart and mental diseases. Abused drugs, such as alcohol, caffeine, opioids and cannabis and their effects are also covered. Course is designed for non-majors.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Teaching Internship
    13 Jan 2025 - 2 May 2025
    Training in independent work, study of relevant literature and experimental investigation of an assigned problem.Offered for variable credit, 1-6 credit hours, maximum of 10 credit hours.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Undergraduate Research
    13 Jan 2025 - 2 May 2025
    Training in independent work, study of relevant literature and experimental investigation of an assigned problem.Offered for variable credit, 1-6 credit hours, maximum of 10 credit hours.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Undergraduate Research: Honors
    13 Jan 2025 - 2 May 2025
    Training in independent work, study of relevant literature and experimental investigation of an assigned problem.Offered for variable credit, 1-6 credit hours, maximum of 10 credit hours.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Physical Chemistry for Biologists
    19 Aug 2024 - 6 Dec 2024
    Classical and statistical thermodynamics with applications to pure systems, solutions and electrochemistry; transport; chemical and enzyme kinetics, quantum chemistry of structure and chemical bond; and spectroscopy all with emphasis on biological applications. Previously offered as BIOC 4224 and BIOC 3224.Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1515, (MATH 2123 or MATH 2144), and (PHYS 1114 or PHYS 2014) or consent of instructor.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Survey of Biochemistry
    19 Aug 2024 - 6 Dec 2024
    An introduction to the chemistry of living systems. Chemical properties of the constituents of living organisms. Modes of formation, reactions and function of these compounds in microorganisms, plants and animals. Intended for non-majors.Prerequisite(s): CHEM 3013 or CHEM 3053.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Undergraduate Research
    19 Aug 2024 - 6 Dec 2024
    Training in independent work, study of relevant literature and experimental investigation of an assigned problem.Offered for variable credit, 1-6 credit hours, maximum of 10 credit hours.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Undergraduate Research: Honors
    19 Aug 2024 - 6 Dec 2024
    Training in independent work, study of relevant literature and experimental investigation of an assigned problem.Offered for variable credit, 1-6 credit hours, maximum of 10 credit hours.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Chemistry and Applications of Biomolecules
    16 Jan 2024 - 3 May 2024
    A descriptive survey of organic functional groups and biomolecules. Mode of formation and function of these molecules in microorganisms, plants and animals as they relate to biotechnology, environmental sciences and health related issues. A terminal course for students in applied biological science education. Not recommended for pre-professional students or students planning graduate study in biological sciences.Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1225 or CHEM 1515.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Chemistry and Applications of Biomolecules
    16 Jan 2024 - 3 May 2024
    A descriptive survey of organic functional groups and biomolecules. Mode of formation and function of these molecules in microorganisms, plants and animals as they relate to biotechnology, environmental sciences and health related issues. A terminal course for students in applied biological science education. Not recommended for pre-professional students or students planning graduate study in biological sciences.Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1225 or CHEM 1515.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Drugs, Medications and Human Well-Being (N)
    16 Jan 2024 - 3 May 2024
    Influence of medications and illegal drugs on our health. Explores the medications used to treat cancers, diabetes, microbial infections, heart and mental diseases. Abused drugs, such as alcohol, caffeine, opiods and cannabis and their effects are also covered. Course is designed for non-majors.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Honors Creative Component
    16 Jan 2024 - 3 May 2024
    A guided creative component for students completing the requirements for college or departmental honors awards leading to an honors thesis, project or report under the direction of a faculty member from one of the undergraduate colleges, with a second faculty reader and oral examination.Prerequisite(s): Honors Program participation, senior standing.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Senior Honors Thesis
    16 Jan 2024 - 3 May 2024
    A guided reading and research program ending with an honors thesis under the direction of a faculty member, with second faculty reader, oral examination, and public presentation of thesis findings. Required for graduation with college honors in agriculture.Prerequisite(s): AG 4013, Honors Program participation, senior standing, instructor approval.