Dear Students of the Department of Biochemistry, 🌹 Peace, mercy, and blessings of Allah be upon you. As we begin a new academic year, I am pleased to extend my warmest wishes to you, hoping that this year will be filled with success, achievement, and excellence. Dear Students, Every academic year represents a new opportunity to develop ourselves, gain new knowledge and experiences, and move closer to our goals and aspirations. Therefore, I encourage you to begin this year with a positive spirit, strong determination, and confidence in your abilities. Make your education more than just lectures and examinations. Ask questions, engage in discussions, learn, explore, and conduct research. Try to connect what you learn in biochemistry with its practical applications in everyday life, as well as in the medical and laboratory fields. At the Department of Biochemistry, we believe that the success of the department begins with the success of its students. Therefore, we remain committed to supporting and assisting you, listening to your needs, and working alongside you to provide an academic environment that enables you to achieve your ambitions. I also hope that mutual respect, cooperation, and a sense of belonging as one family will always prevail among us. May this academic year be an opportunity for all of us to work, achieve, and contribute to building a better future. In conclusion, I sincerely wish you a successful and rewarding academic year. I hope to see you always progressing and excelling, achieving the goals and aspirations you strive for. Wishing you all a wonderful start to the new academic year, filled with achievement and success. 🌷 Prof. Dr. Nasser Abdul-Hassan Nasser Head of the Department of Biochemistry Al-Mustaqbal University – The First University in Iraq