John Olson, a former professor at Rice University, has an extensive background in biochemistry. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign where he was also named co-salutatorian. Later, he pursued a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Biochemistry at Cornell University before moving to the University of Michigan to complete his postdoctoral fellowship.

Throughout his career, John Olson has been involved in various research projects, and his expertise in the field of biochemistry is evident from his academic background. He has devoted his career to education and research, contributing significantly to the field of biochemistry.

His interests include exploring the connections between protein structure and function, elucidating the mechanisms of enzymatic catalysis, and investigating the molecular basis of enzyme specificity. With a passion for teaching, John Olson has contributed to Rice University's academic excellence by imparting his knowledge to students.