Experienced Biochem Researcher | Biology, Chemistry, & Prep Tutor

Ben K.

Hi! I’m Ben — a Biochemistry major at Virginia Tech, graduated with honors in December 2026. I’m passionate about science and helping others understand it, especially when it feels overwhelming. Here’s a bit about me:

I’m currently preparing to pursue a PhD/MS at the Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine, where I’ll continue my work in biomedical research through their competitive PhD program. I conduct research at the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute, where I’m leading an exciting, novel project in molecular biochemistry — work I expect to publish and carry forward into my postgrad studies. I’ve served as a Teaching Assistant and also tutored students at a Korean School, where I helped learners of all ages build confidence in language studies and developed my own teaching styles. I know firsthand what it’s like to struggle with science — especially early on. In high school and my early college years, I faced real challenges in chemistry and biology. That experience shaped the way I teach today: with patience, empathy, and a focus on simplifying complex ideas. Whether you're preparing for an exam, catching up in class, or aiming to master long-term study habits, I’m here to help you succeed — and actually help you enjoy the process.

Let's dive deeper into what I offer and figure out if I am the right fit for you! As someone who juggles research as well as my college coursework I've learned to study smarter, not longer. I share time-saving techniques with my students, including how to identify high-yield content, avoid common traps, and build study plans that work. I focus on helping students truly understand the "why" behind scientific concepts instead of memorization. Whether its chemical pathways, protein structures, or mathematical concepts for research, I break things down in simple terms that stick -- so students build their own confidence that they will retain materials long-term.