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Discover the Ph.D. Program at Mayo Clinic Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences

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At Mayo Clinic Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, you’ll discover a unique research training environment of academic inquiry and scientific discovery, combined with exceptional intellectual and technological resources designed to help you achieve your highest scientific career goals.

Through the Ph.D. program, you’ll acquire a broad expertise in biomedical science with the opportunity to go deeper into your primary area of research interest.

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Whether you’re preparing for graduate school or applying now, the Mayo Clinic experience for biomedical science Ph.D. students is different.

Program highlights:

• Research training by leading investigators in fields ranging from molecules to populations, all in the context of exceptional health care.
• Embedded within a top academic medical center, you’ll have access to clinical data from more than 6 million patient histories.
• A Career Development Internship program where senior students experience networking opportunities in career settings different from those of their research mentors.
• A national destination for research training of students from backgrounds underrepresented in science. Mayo’s NIH-funded IMSD is more than two decades old, and Mayo invented the NIH PREP concept.
• Join about 250 students who have access to 300+ faculty members in small class sizes.
• 87% of graduates since 1989 are employed in academia or industry.
• Three campuses in Minnesota, Florida, and Arizona with diverse research opportunities.
• Every student is awarded a fellowship for five years that fully covers tuition.
• Ph.D. students receive a stipend and health benefits.

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"I can be the scientist I want to be"

Choosing your area of specialization.

You'll choose from one of eight  biomedical science specialty tracks within our Ph.D. Program. Track choice is indicated during the application process and confirmed after admission. But you'll be able to do research and learn in any Mayo laboratory that interests you, even if it's not within your track.

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"Collaboration is massive here"

Collaborative research and learning environment

The hallmark of research at Mayo Clinic is the highly collaborative interaction that occurs between investigators in basic science and clinical areas. While each investigator has a competitively funded independent lab, collaboration with graduate students and staff across the institution is common. As a Ph.D. student, you’re free to select any Mayo mentor, regardless of which track you choose.

"Allowed me to build my own team"

Teaching opportunities

Tutoring and teaching opportunities are available and optional for our Ph.D. students. If you’re interested in developing these skills, serving as a tutor or a teaching assistant can help cement the knowledge you gain from your coursework.

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Bioengineering PhD

Jointly supported by the School of Engineering and the School of Medicine, the bioengineering program merges engineering principles with scientific discovery and technology to encourage the development of new medical devices and treatments.

Biosciences PhD

panning the School of Medicine and the School of Humanities and Sciences, students have the best of both worlds: the diversity of a large umbrella program coupled with the support of a small academic setting.

The Biosciences PhD program offers 14 home programs representing eight basic science departments and six interdisciplinary programs.

Biomedical Physics (BMP) PhD Program

Supported by the Departments of Radiology and Radiation Oncology, the Biomedical Physics PhD program seeks students interested in radiation therapy, imaging science, and molecular imaging and diagnostics as applied to clinical medicine. 

PhD in Epidemiology and Clinical Research

The PhD program in epidemiology and clinical research will provide methodologic and interdisciplinary training that will equip students to carry out cutting-edge epidemiologic research. The program trains students in the tools of modern epidemiology, with heavy emphases on statistics, computer science, genetics, genomics, and bioinformatics.

PhD in Health Policy

Stanford Health Policy offers a PhD program which promises to educate students who will be scholarly leaders in the field of health policy, and will be highly knowledgeable about the theoretical and empirical approaches that can be applied in the development of improvements in health policy and the health care system. These students will be well prepared for positions in academic institutions, government institutions, and private sector organizations with a demand for high-level analysis of health policy issues.

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In addition to the Graduate College minimum requirements, applicants must meet the following program requirements:

• Baccalaureate Field    No restrictions. However, applicants must  have a satisfactory record of courses in biology, inorganic and  organic chemistry, and at least one year of physics and of  mathematics.
• Grade Point Average  At least 2.75/4.00 for the final 60 semester hours of undergraduate study. Preference is given to applicants with a GPA of greater than 3.00/4.00.
• Tests Required  None.
• TOEFL iBT  80, with subscores of Reading 19, Listening 17, Speaking 20, and Writing 21,  OR ,
• IELTS Academic  6.5, with 6.0 in each of the four subscores,  OR ,
• PTE-Academic  54, with subscores of Reading 51, Listening 47, Speaking 53, and Writing 56.
• Letters of Recommendation  Three required.
• Personal Statement  Required. Personal statement must include a description of past research experience and motivation for obtaining a doctorate degree in Biomedical Sciences.
• Other Requirements Preference is given to applicants with a documented record of research accomplishments.

Degree Requirements

In additional to Graduate College minimum requirements, students must meet the following program requirements: 

MS in Biomedical Sciences

There will be no direct admission to the MS. Doctoral students who fail to progress beyond year 2 (including failing the preliminary exam) or who choose to discontinue research upon passing the preliminary exam will be allowed to petition for the MS.

• Minimum Semester Hours Required 36-38

• Comprehensive Examination: None 
• Thesis, Project, or Coursework-Only Options: Coursework  only. MS students are not required to produce a thesis from their  mentored research or research rotation. Although mentored  research is not required, it is expected that most MS students will  participate in mentored research.
• Other Requirements: Seminar Series (4 hours in total). Students may register for any one of the following courses: GEMS 595,  PATH 595 , PCOL 595 , PHYB 595 , MIM 595 , BCMG 595 , or ANAT 595 .

PhD in Biomedical Sciences 

• Minimum Semester Hours Required: 96 from the baccalaureate
• Coursework: ​
• Preliminary Examination: Required. D uring the second year of graduate study, students must pass a  preliminary examination in a format specified by the GEMS Program. This exam has three components. First, students will prepare a preproposal (a three-page description of research project), followed by  submission of a research proposal (following the NIH F31 proposal guidelines), and an oral defense of the proposal. The written proposal will be reviewed by a preliminary exam committee consisting of five GEMS faculty. Students will be required to present and defend the proposal during oral examination.

Dissertation : Required. Students must earn at least 52 hours in one of  the following research courses: ANAT 599 , BCMG 599 , GEMS 599 , MIM 599 ,  PATH 599 , PCOL 599 , or  PHYB 599 .

Other Requirements: Seminar Series (6 hours in total). Students may register for any one of the following courses: GEMS 595,  ANAT 595 ,  BCMG 595 ,  MIM 595 ,  PATH 595 ,  PCOL 595 , or  PHYB 595 .

Medical Scientist Training Program (MSTP):  Students with an MD earned in the United States or who are working  toward one at UIC may use medical science courses to fulfill the Year 1  coursework requirements ( GEMS 504 ,  GEMS 505 ,  GEMS 506 ,  GEMS 521 , and  GEMS 522 ).  MSTP students will complete all other degree requirements: the  concentration core, seminar series, electives, preliminary examination,  and dissertation.

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PhD in Population Health Sciences

Prepare for a high-impact career tackling public health problems from air pollution to obesity to global health equity to the social determinants of health.

The PhD in population health sciences is a multidisciplinary research degree that will prepare you for a career focused on challenges and solutions that affect the lives of millions around the globe. Collaborating with colleagues from diverse personal and professional backgrounds and conducting field and/or laboratory research projects of your own design, you will gain the deep expertise and powerful analytical and quantitative tools needed to tackle a wide range of complex, large-scale public health problems.

Focusing on one of five complementary fields of study at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health and drawing on courses, resources, and faculty from the Harvard Kenneth C. Griffin Graduate School of Arts and Sciences, you will become well-versed in a wide variety of disciplines while gaining specialized knowledge in your chosen area of study.

As a population health sciences graduate, you will be prepared for a career in research, academics, or practice, tackling complex diseases and health problems that affect entire populations. Those interested in pursuing research may go on to work at a government agency or international organization, or in the private sector at a consulting, biotech, or pharmaceutical firm. Others may choose to pursue practice or on-the-ground interventions. Those interested in academics may become a faculty member in a college, university, medical school, research institute, or school of public health.

The PhD in population health sciences is a four-year program based at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health in the world-renowned Longwood Medical Area of Boston, Massachusetts. The degree will prepare you to apply diverse approaches to solving difficult public health research issues in your choice of one of five primary fields of study:

• Environmental health
• Epidemiology
• Social and behavioral sciences
• Global health and population

In your first semester, you and your faculty adviser will design a degree plan to guide you through the program’s interdisciplinary requirements and core courses, as well as those in your chosen field of study. After successfully completing the preliminary qualifying examination, usually at the end of your second year, you will finalize your general research topics and identify a dissertation adviser who will mentor you through the dissertation process and help you nominate a dissertation advisory committee.

All population health sciences students are trained in pedagogy and teaching and are required to work as a teaching fellow and/or research assistant to ensure they gain meaningful teaching and research experience before graduation. Students also attend a special weekly evening seminar that features prominent lecturers, grant-writing modules, feedback dinners, and training opportunities.

All students, including international students, who maintain satisfactory progress (B+ or above) receive a multiyear funding package, which includes tuition, fees , and a competitive stipend.

WHO SHOULD APPLY?

Anyone with a distinguished undergraduate record and a demonstrated enthusiasm for the rigorous pursuit of scientific public health knowledge is encouraged to apply. Although a previous graduate degree is not required, applicants should have successfully completed coursework in introductory statistics or quantitative methods. Preference will be given to applicants who have either some relevant work experience or graduate-level work in their desired primary field of study.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Like all PhD (doctor of philosophy) programs at the School, the PhD in population health sciences is offered under the aegis of the Harvard Kenneth C. Griffin Graduate School of Arts and Sciences (Harvard Griffin GSAS). Applications are processed through the Harvard Griffin GSAS online application system located at gsas.harvard.edu/admissions/apply.

OUR COMMUNITY: COMMITTED, ACCOMPLISHED, COLLABORATIVE

As a PhD in population health sciences candidate, you will be part of a diverse and accomplished group of students with a broad range of research and other interests. The opportunity to learn from each other and to share ideas both inside and outside the classroom will be one of the most rewarding and productive parts of the program for any successful candidate. The program in population health sciences provides these opportunities by sponsoring an informal curriculum of seminars, a dedicated student gathering and study area, and events that will enhance your knowledge, foster interaction with your peers, and encourage you to cooperatively evaluate scientific literature, while providing a supportive, collaborative community within which to pursue your degree.

As members of both the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health and the Harvard Kenneth C. Griffin Graduate School of Arts and Sciences communities, students have access to the Cambridge and Longwood Medical Area campuses. Students also qualify for affordable transportation options, access to numerous lectures and academic seminars, and a wealth of services to support their academic and personal needs on both sides of the Charles River.

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What is the PhD in Medical Sciences?

Our Ph.D. program in Medical Sciences provides advanced training with the goal of preparing you for a research-based career.

What Will I Learn in the PhD Program?

Areas of in-depth study are driven by faculty research and encompass clinically related fields such as diabetes mellitus, obesity, immunology and infectious disease, oncology, and other chronic health conditions.

Read abstracts of recent graduate student research projects , including doctoral theses.

Admissions Information

Program prerequisites.

• BS, MS, or equivalent degree from an accredited college of university
• GRE scores of at least 148 on quantitative reasoning and at least 150 on verbal reasoning
• An undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or higher
• Written statement of goals and objectives that identifies your research and curriculum interests and explains how admission to the program will facilitate your professional objectives, including identifying one or more mentors affiliated with the department
• Current resume and three letters of recommendation
• If English is not your first language, the University requires a paper-based TOEFL score of at least 570, or at least 90 on the Internet-based TOEFL, or 6.5 on the IELTS

Admission is selective and competitive, based on the number of available positions in the department laboratories and available faculty and facilities.

The Doctor of Philosophy in Medical Sciences requires a minimum of 43 credits including 9 credits of dissertation. The program is designed to be completed in 4 to 5 years. Program educational goals and courses can be viewed in the Course Catalog .

Required Courses (37 credits):

•  MMSC800 Preparing Research Proposals (2 cr)
• MMSC650 Medical Biochemistry (4 cr)
• MMSC691 Human Medical Genetics (3 cr)
• MMSC868 Research (12 cr)
• MMSC603 Research Design (3 cr)
• MMSC803/804 Seminar (4 cr) (taken 8 semesters: 4 semesters for 1 credit [803] and 4 semesters for 0 credit [804])
• MMSC969 Dissertation (9 cr)

Science Core Elective Courses (6 credits)

Electives can be graduate-level courses offered throughout the University. 

A preliminary exam is taken at end of year 1 that tests the student’s general knowledge base in Medical Sciences and their ability to critically evaluate scientific literature. The preliminary examination includes a written component followed by an oral component on a separate day.

A candidacy exam is taken at the end of year 2. The student will prepare a written and oral proposal for dissertation research that meets the requirements for an external grant proposal. The oral proposal meeting will include both a defense of the student's proposed research and an in-depth examination of the student's knowledge of their research specialization.

Dissertation

When the dissertation research is complete, all Medical Sciences faculty and students will be invited to attend the oral dissertation defense meetings. Following the oral presentation and questions from faculty in attendance, the Dissertation Committee will meet separately and vote on the outcome. The outcome will be presented to the student, along with any conditions or requirements for proposal or dissertation revisions. 

Tuition Rates

The 2024-2025 UD graduate student tuition rate per credit hour is $1,069. Research Assistant awards will be made for students that best fit the needs of the sponsoring faculty member. Teaching Assistant awards will be made for students prepared to teach and otherwise assist with undergraduate instruction. Students can also apply for internal funding, such as the competitive awards offered through the UD Research and Graduate Studies Office. Students can also apply for pre-doctoral support from external funding agencies. The sponsoring faculty member will work with the student to develop the proposal.

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The Division​ of Medical Sciences is one of the programs in the Harvard Integrated Life Sciences that facilitates collaboration and cross-disciplinary research. Visit HILS for additional  application instructions .

Established at Harvard University in 1908, the Division of Medical Sciences (DMS) provides students wishing to pursue careers in research and teaching with a broad education in basic biomedical science fields and specialization in one of them. Classroom and laboratory instruction are conducted primarily by faculty in the basic sciences departments and affiliated hospital laboratories of Harvard Medical School, leading to a PhD awarded by the Harvard Kenneth C. Griffin Graduate School of Arts and Sciences (Harvard Griffin GSAS). For over 100 years, this fruitful collaboration has spawned research achievements across the spectrum, from basic science to experimental medicine. Since 1909, more than 2,800 division graduates, including six Nobel Laureates, have gone on to distinguished careers in biomedical research, university teaching, and a number of increasingly diverse careers.

DMS offers six interdisciplinary areas of study leading to a PhD in the biomedical sciences, which share a common purpose of fostering a stimulating and supportive environment for research training in the biomedical sciences:  Biomedical Informatics , ​ Biological and Biomedical Sciences ,  Immunology ,  Neuroscience ,  Speech and Hearing Bioscience and Technology , and Virology .

DMS students are enrolled in and receive a PhD from Harvard Griffin GSAS even though they may work primarily with Harvard Medical School faculty. 

Additional information on the graduate program is available from the Division of Medical Sciences , and requirements for the degree are detailed in  policies .

Admissions Requirements

Please review the admissions requirements and other information before applying. You can find degree program-specific admissions requirements below and access additional guidance on applying from the Division of Medical Sciences .

In the application for admission, select Division of Medical Sciences as your degree program choice and your area of interest from the area of study drop down.

If you have published articles, please list these in the Academic History section of the application for admission, citing the PubMedID.

All DMS programs conduct personal interviews as part of the application process. Invitations for interviews are usually sent out between late December and early January depending on the program.

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GRE General: Not Accepted for Biological & Biomedical Sciences, Neuroscience, Speech and Hearing Bioscience and Technology, and Virology. Optional for Biomedical Informatics and Immunology. GRE Subject: Optional for Biomedical Informatics and Immunology. iBT TOEFL minimum score: 100 IELTS minimum score: 7

Biomedical Informatics

BIG track: Applicants to the BIG program typically have majored in a quantitative field (e.g., computer science, mathematics, statistics, physics, bioengineering) with a demonstrated interest in biological sciences OR have majored in a biological science but with considerable aptitude in computer programming and quantitative methods.

AIM track: The AIM program aims to train students who have majored in a quantitative field to solve problems in biomedicine and clinical care. There isn't a fixed set of requirements for preparation. However, as the program is computationally and quantitatively rigorous, successful applicants will show mastery of fields such as statistics, linear algebra, computer science, and machine learning. Though not necessary, foundational biological or medical knowledge will be a benefit.

Neuroscience (PIN)

While there are no specific degree subject, course, or research requirements, applicants are expected to have rigorous undergraduate coursework in the sciences, including biology, chemistry, and physics, and prior lab research experience. Applicants who have trained outside of neuroscience and biology are expected to have a demonstrated interest in neuroscience.

The statement of purpose should help the admissions committee get to know each applicant as a person and as a scientist. How did your background and lived experience help shape you as a scientist? What are your interests and goals in graduate school? How do your research experiences and goals fit within this context? You should briefly establish a contextual framework, provide a summary of your research experience, including the question(s)/topic(s) of your research, their importance, your hypotheses, how you tested your hypotheses, your findings, possible outcomes, and how you interpreted those outcomes.

Speech and Hearing Bioscience and Technology (SHBT)

Applicants who are invited for on-campus interviews are notified in late December. Interviews generally occur in late January as part of a series of activities beginning on a Thursday evening and ending the following Sunday. Travel and hotel expenses for this visit are covered by the SHBT program. Invited applicants should make every effort to attend the interview weekend, but those who are unable to do so should inquire about other arrangements.

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Bloomington

At IU School of Medicine–Bloomington, the Medical Science Program offers graduate degrees in Cell, Molecular and Cancer Biology and Anatomy. Prospective students apply through the University Graduate School in Bloomington.

Indianapolis

IU School of Medicine–Indianapolis offers PhD training in ten biomedical sciences (Anatomy and Cell Biology, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Cellular and Integrative Physiology, Medical and Molecular Genetics, Medical Neuroscience, Microbiology and Immunology, Musculoskeletal Health, Pathology, Pharmacology, and Toxicology) . Prospective students apply to the Indiana BioMedical Gateway (IBMG) program.

MS in Medical Sciences Program

1  or 2 years, boston university medical campus, now accepting applications for fall 2025.

Boston University’s MS in Medical Sciences (MAMS) Program is one of the oldest and most successful Special Master’s Programs (SMP) in the United States. Since it began in 1985, MAMS has selectively identified students who are both driven and dedicated to pursuing a career in medicine, and has been largely successful in helping over 3,000 students gain admission to US medical schools . Comprehensive advising is provided throughout all phases of the medical school application process.

Our Mission

Our masters in biomedical sciences program was developed to prepare students for a career in medicine by providing an academic environment that fosters integrity, collaboration, professionalism, cultural competence and lifelong learning. These core values align well with the mission of Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine and Boston Medical Center.

Program Curriculum

MAMS is a 32 credit program that can be completed in either one or two calendar years , with all students starting in September. Coursework is completed during the fall and spring semesters. A research or literature-based thesis is required and many students elect to complete the program in two years, using the second year to gain valuable research and clinical experience. The curriculum and tuition for the program are identical for both the one and two year options. Coursework is delivered in both lecture and small group formats, fostering a collegial and supportive learning environment where students enjoy helping each other succeed.

In addition to coursework in the medical sciences, students may also opt to pursue interests in other areas such as Public Health, Mental Health Counseling and Behavioral Medicine, or Clinical Research by entering a  dual degree program .

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As the director of the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine (MCOM) MD/PhD Program, I am pleased to welcome you to our website. Partnering with the Moffitt Cancer Center, our program is dedicated to training the next generation of physician-scientists who will bridge the gap between clinical practice and groundbreaking research in the biomedical sciences. 

Our program offers an integrated approach to medical and research training, consisting of two years of intensive preclinical studies, four years of in-depth research training, and two years of hands-on clinical rotations. We seek exceptional candidates who demonstrate significant research experience, outstanding academic performance, and competitive MCAT scores. Our commitment to student success includes a cost-of-living stipend, comprehensive health insurance, and a full tuition waiver for the entire duration of the program.

At the USF Health MCOM, we believe in nurturing the curiosity and dedication that drive scientific discovery alongside the compassion and skill essential for patient care. Our program will challenge, inspire, and prepare you for a rewarding career at the forefront of medical science. I invite you to explore our website and learn more about our curriculum, research opportunities, and the accomplishments of our students and faculty.

Robert Deschenes, PhD Interim Program Director, USF Health Morsani College of Medicine MD/PhD Program

About Our Program

The USF Health Morsani College of Medicine MD/PhD program is designed to foster the development of the next generation of physician-scientists who will make major contributions via translational medicine to enhance the diagnosis and treatment of human disease.

The MD/PhD program is oriented towards a small group of highly qualified and motivated students and is structured to provide outstanding medical education, scientific training, and state-of-the-art clinical practice by integrating these experiences in an interdisciplinary environment. The program is uniquely tailored to meet the needs of each student, and to promote a deep sense of scientific discovery combined with the application to modern medicine. 

Students in the MD/PhD program have access to the  Florida Blue Health Knowledge Exchange , an interactive and almost entirely digital hub of medical information. This innovative technology is located on the USF Health in Downtown Tampa campus. 

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Basic Medical Sciences Ph.D. Graduate Program Overview

Welcome to the Basic Medical Sciences (BMS) Graduate Program at the University of South Alabama (USA) Frederick P. Whiddon College of Medicine. Here at USA, we believe a Ph.D. is not just a degree, it’s a gateway to discovery, impact, and change. Hence, we are committed to training the most well-rounded and highly motivated scientists to take on the challenges of tomorrow. This includes pioneering new ideas and approaches in biomedical research and advancing medical breakthroughs through new discoveries, technologies, and treatments. Our graduates go on to pursue a wide range of rewarding careers in academia, industry, government, and beyond.

As an integrative and comprehensive program, we promote diversity and encourage students to apply their unique perspectives to become independent thinkers, life-long learners, and collaborative investigators. Our interdisciplinary curriculum emphasizes not only the assimilation of knowledge and skills but also creativity and problem solving. Our training program that  includes lab rotations in the first year that allow students to find the mentor and environment that fit best for them. Our core training branches into five interwoven research Tracks: Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Biology; Molecular, Cell and Cancer Biology; Infectious Disease and Host Defense; Neuroscience; and Biomedical Engineering and Bioinformatics. These concentrations allow students to focus their training within critical research areas and obtain cutting-edge skills and knowledge from experts in the field. We are also dedicated to career building and targeting students’ interests, proficiencies, and goals to real professional outcomes beyond their training.

Nestled along the beautiful Gulf Coast, the University of South Alabama is a dynamic hub of progress and purpose among friendly faces. Our collaborative environment in the USA Whiddon College of Medicine is second to none, with accessible, engaged, and highly supportive faculty and staff, and our USA Basic Medical Sciences Ph.D. Program offers the ideal setting for bright and inquisitive minds to revolutionize the world through biomedical science. Come join us!

The doctoral program awards the Ph.D. degree in Basic Medical Science and is designed for students interested in careers in biomedical investigation.

The program provides training which can lead to academic careers in universities, medical institutions, or to a wide variety of research or administrative positions in government, non-profit or industry settings.

The program combines an interdisciplinary core curriculum, advanced coursework and original research, and is designed to give students a broad interdisciplinary base and flexibility.

The Basic Medical Sciences Program is organized around five tracks:

• Cardiovascular & Pulmonary Track
• Molecular, Cell, & Cancer Track
• Infectious Disease & Host Defense Track
• Neuroscience Track
• Biomedical Engineering & Bioinformatics Track

Students have excellent opportunities for one-on-one interaction with faculty, the benefit of small classes, and excellent research training with nationally funded and recognized investigators.  

All students in the Ph.D. program receive a competitive stipend for full-time study. This includes Alabama residents, out-of-state U.S. citizens or permanent residents, and international students. In addition, all students receive full tuition coverage and single coverage health insurance. Fees are the responsibility of the student. Loans are available from conventional sources through the University Financial Aid Office .

Year 1: First Year Coursework (Fall, Spring, and Summer) Complete 3 rotations in Fall and Spring Choose a Mentor/Join a lab

Year 2: Track specific advanced coursework Begin dissertation research Select a Dissertation Committee Have the first dissertation committee meeting (continue every 6 months)

Year 3: Dissertation Research Continue dissertation committee meetings Complete Qualifying Exam (become a candidate for Ph.D.)

Year 4-5: Dissertation Research Continue dissertation committee meetings Defend Dissertation (approximately year 5)

The first year core curriculum is a one-year interdisciplinary program. The two-semester series (IDL 580 and 581) in Fundamentals of Biomedical Science is designed to give students a broad didactic background in the fundamentals essential to advanced research training, ranging from biochemistry and molecular biology to mechanisms of human disease.

Fall Semester Formal coursework: IDL 580 -- Fundamentals of Biomedical Science I (8 credit hours) IDL 577 -- Introduction to Research Methods (3 credit hours) IDL 576 -- Literature Reports (1 credit hour) IDL 594 -- Directed Studies Rotation (1 credit hour) GIS 501 -- Responsible Conduct of Research (1 credit hour) IDL 595 – Distinguished Scientist Seminar (0 credit hours)

Spring Semester Formal coursework: IDL 581 -- Fundamentals of Biomedical Science II (8 credit hours) IDL 594 -- Directed Studies (3 credit hours) IDL 576 -- Literature Reports (1 credit hour) IDL 595 – Distinguished Scientist Seminar (0 credit hours)

Advanced coursework is determined by the track chosen by the student, along with recommendations made by the student's dissertation committee. 

Major Professor Choosing a major professor for graduate training is an important benchmark in graduate education. In the first year of the program, there are numerous mechanisms by which students can interact with graduate faculty: during orientation, during coursework in the interdisciplinary core curriculum, seminar series and journal clubs organized by research focus groups in the College of Medicine, the annual COM Research Forum, and informal meetings. Students are strongly encouraged to discuss potential projects and rotations with faculty early in this first year.

The research rotation is a critical part of this process: students will participate in three 8-week rotations designed to allow the student to explore research opportunities with potential major professors. Rotation schedules are coordinated by the Office of Research Education and Training in the College of Medicine. At the end of the first year, students should have come to an agreement with a BMS major professor. This choice of mentor determines the track affiliation of a student for the duration of their studies.

Dissertation and Dissertation Committee Throughout a student's graduate training, progress is monitored via evaluation of academic standing. However, after core and advanced course work are completed, evaluation of progress in dissertation research becomes an important benchmark. To assist in this process, each student selects a dissertation committee in consultation with their major professor. The major duties of the dissertation committee are to foster the academic and research training of the student and to administer the closed defense of the student's dissertation work at the end of the student's doctoral training.

Academic standards for the Graduate School and the BMS Graduate Program are detailed in the Undergraduate/Graduate Bulletin. The BMS Student Handbook contains the policies on Advanced Coursework Standards, the Admission to Candidacy or Qualifying Exam, and the defense of dissertation process and appeals mechanisms which are specific to the Graduate Program in Basic Medical Sciences.

• Infectious Disease and Host Defense Track Leader: Jon Audia, Ph.D. , Department of Microbiology & Immunology
• Neuroscience Track Leader: Amy Nelson, Ph.D. , Department of Physiology & Cell Biology
• Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Biology Track Leader: Sarah Sayner, Ph.D.,  Department of Physiology & Cell Biology
• Biomedical Engineering and Bioinformatics Track Leader: Silas Leavesley, Ph.D., Department of Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering
• Cell and Molecular Biology Track Leader: Ron Balczon, Ph.D., Department of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
• Cancer Biology Track Leader: Ash Prakash, Ph.D., Department of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology, Mitchell Cancer Institute

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GSBMS Financial Aid

The Office of Student Financial Planning at New York Medical College is here to assist you with your financial planning, budgeting, and decision-making before, during and even after you have graduated from New York Medical College. Please review the policies, resources, and responsibilities information found on the central NYMC Financial Aid page before applying for financial aid, and contact us with any questions. We are happy to help!

Financial aid packages vary between programs that are charged per credit and those that are cohort/block programs and are charged a set tuition for the year (Clinical Laboratory Sciences, Dental Linker, 2-Year Block Program, and the Accelerated Master’s Program).

Eligibility

To qualify for Financial Aid you must be matriculated, maintain satisfactory academic progress in a degree granting program, be either a US citizen or eligible noncitizen and:

Non-accelerated GSBMS (per credit) students must be registered for at least half-time status (at least 2 credits in the summer semester and at least 4 credits in the fall semester and 4 credits in the spring semester). Accelerated Master’s and CLS programs are full-time, so students are registered with a full-time student status.

Application Deadlines

Completing the financial aid process by the priority deadline ensures you have enough time to receive your aid offer before the scheduled disbursement date.

Completing the financial aid process after the priority deadline may delay your scheduled disbursement.

If you are accepted after the priority deadline, we recommend applying for financial aid within 3 weeks of your acceptance into your program.

Accelerated Master’s, Clinical Laboratory Sciences, Dental Linker, 2-Year Block, Per Credit Students The financial aid priority deadline is May 1, 2024 for students in the Accelerated Master’s Program, Clinical Laboratory Sciences, Dental Linker Program, 2-Year Block Program and Per Credit Master’s at the GSBMS

New York Medical College Office of Student Financial Planning 40 Sunshine Cottage Road Valhalla, New York 10595

Phone: (914) 594-4492

Email: [email protected]

Office Hours:

8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Monday through Friday*

*  Fridays October 1 - March 31 the office closes at 3:00 PM.

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• (914) 594-4494

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Ashley Ruszczyk

• (914) 594-4493

Biostatistics Graduate Program

Our new phd students – fall 2024.

Posted by duthip1 on Wednesday, September 18, 2024 in News , Uncategorized .

We are delighted to welcome five new students to our doctoral program this fall.

Kun Bai is a new student in our PhD program, but he is not new to our department, having worked as a staff biostatistician since 2022. Bai earned his MS in biostatistics at the University of Michigan with a health data science concentration, and he has co-authored peer-reviewed papers in European Journal of Cancer , Shock , Cancers (Basel), and Journal of Gastrointestinal Surgery . He also presented a poster at the 2024 ICSA Applied Statistics Symposium , “ Prognostic value of systemic inflammatory biomarkers detections in patients undergoing CRS-HIPEC by machine learning methods .”

Xin Gai earned his MS in statistical science at Duke University, after studying and working at Peking University and Tsinghua University. His research interests include EHR data analysis, high-dimensional statistics, statistical learning, and epidemiology. At Duke, Gai was a 2023 winner of the Dean’s Research Award for “Household Transmission of SARS-CoV-2 along the Evolution of Pandemic,” with advisor Anru Zhang. At the 2024 ICSA Applied Statistics Symposium , he presented “ Subtype-aware registration of longitudinal electronic health records .”

Haoyue Li earned bachelor degrees in neurobiology and applied mathematics at the University of California San Diego, followed by an MS in biostatistics at the University of North Carolina Her current research interests include statistical genomics and computational multi-omics. Her previous research experience mainly focused on neurological disorders, but now she’s eager to explore using statistical tools to study different human diseases. Her publications include “ Deep scRNA sequencing reveals a broadly applicable Regeneration Classifier and implicates antioxidant response in corticospinal axon regeneration ,” in Neuron (2023).

Ashley Mullan earned bachelor’s degrees in applied math and philosophy at the University of Scranton, followed by an MS in statistics Wake Forest (where PhD alumni Lucy D’Agostino McGowan and Sarah Lotspeich are faculty). She has studied Antarctic seafloor biodiversity, trends in NHL draft and international game show strategy, and musical genre classification, and developed methods for misclassified data in relation to local food access. She is a member of ENAR ‘s social media committee and co-chair of the Council of Emerging and New Statisticians.

Ningkun Zhou earned MS in biostatistics at Yale and bachelor’s degrees in statistics and biology at the University of Wisconsin, where he worked in the chemistry department’s Cavagnero Group, which focused on protein folding/aggregation in the cell and high-resolution molecular spectroscopy. Zhou’s research interests include high-dimensional analysis, simultaneous inference, biomarker study, statistical genetics, imaging, and Bayesian methods. His publications include “ Fluorescence anisotropy decays and microscale-volume viscometry reveal the compaction of ribosome-bound nascent proteins ,” in the  Journal of Physical Chemistry  (2021).

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Medical Illustration

Program Overview

The Medical Illustrations Graduate Program emphasizes anatomical and surgical illustration for print and electronic publication, as well as for projection and broadcast distribution. Because of the importance of good drawing skills, our students learn various traditional illustration techniques.

Admissions MIGP Digital Portfolio Curriculum

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1474 Laney Walker Blvd. Augusta, GA 30912

706-721-3266

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Prerequisite Requirements

Students must fulfill the prerequisite coursework to be admitted into the MIGP. Students will need the following: 

Undergraduate coursework must include the following:

• Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy* or Vertebrate Morphology* with student dissection of a mammal (for example, a cat, rabbit, or piglet), with a grade of "B" or better.
• Human Physiology with a grade of "B" or better.

* A combined Human Anatomy and Physiology course with lab may be an acceptable substitute for the above two prerequisites. Substitution is subject to review and approval by the Medical Illustration Graduate Program Admissions Committee.

There are no specific art courses required; however, we strongly recommend the following:

• Life (figure) drawing from a nude (undraped) model, multiple sections, including advanced level courses.
• Courses in realistic drawing or painting from observation, including advanced level courses.
• Computer graphics, including Photoshop ® and Illustrator ® or the equivalent. Additional digital media courses are strongly recommended. ††

†† Formal university courses are not required for applicants who have already earned baccalaureate degrees, though we strongly recommend them.  Regardless of the applicant’s artistic background, life drawing, realistic drawing, painting, and computer graphic skills are critical to a modern medical illustrator’s success. So they are weighed very heavily in the application portfolio. Applicants must demonstrate proficiency in all these areas in the submitted portfolio.

Recommended Courses:

In addition, any of the following courses are recommended, but none are required:

• Sciences : Histology, Embryology, Invertebrate Anatomy, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Genetics, Immunology, Basic Chemistry, Biochemistry, Organic Chemistry.
• Arts : Animation, Architectural Drawing, Cinematography, Color Theory, Drafting, Design (Graphic, Interface, Media, Set/Stage, 2D, 3D, Type, Web, etc.), Media Arts, Sculpture, Photography, Perspective, Print Making (Engraving, Intaglio, Lithography, Serigraphy, etc.), Technical Drawing, Time Arts, Typography, Videography.

What to Expect

The first year.

Computer technology and digital techniques are extensively integrated into the curriculum to allow students to create vector and raster images for print, projection, animation, and multimedia. In addition to being skilled artists, medical illustrators must be knowledgeable in anatomy and health sciences. Our students study communication theory and illustration techniques and take graduate-level science courses, including gross anatomy and cell biology, with medical students.

The second year

Students refine their illustration skills and are introduced to the various media, rendering styles, and techniques used by contemporary professional medical illustrators. They also learn professional production techniques for interactive communication media. In addition, they spend time each week in the operating room observing and sketching. Assignments are based on their observations and are developed with the guidance of our internationally renowned faculty.

Problem-solving skill development

Visual problem-solving is a crucial skill for the professional medical illustrator. Throughout the curriculum, the faculty work with the students to develop their problem-solving abilities. In addition to formal classes, seminars, and lectures, our students learn through hands-on performance, by participating in project critiques, and by cultivating creative thinking in peer-to-peer interactions. To better prepare our students to be productive in the rapidly evolving world of communications, class assignments are designed to give them theoretical knowledge and practical experience.

Learning Like No Other

The College of Allied Health Sciences at Augusta University trains and educates today’s health care professionals: the therapists, technicians, administrators, managers and assistants who are the backbone of our country’s health care workforce.

Graduate Medical Education Program Coordinator

• Madison, Wisconsin
• SCHOOL OF MEDICINE AND PUBLIC HEALTH/PEDIATRICS-GEN
• Health and Wellness Services
• Partially Remote
• Staff-Full Time
• Staff-Part Time
• Opening at: Sep 19 2024 at 09:45 CDT
• Closing at: Oct 4 2024 at 23:55 CDT

Job Summary:

The Department of Pediatrics is seeking a Graduate Medical Education (GME) Program Coordinator to join its expanding Residency Program administration team. With guidance from the Program Director and GME Program Manager, the GME Program Coordinator will oversee the day-to-day administration of the training program. This will include managing resident, faculty, and program evaluations; ensuring trainee and program compliance with institutional and accrediting body requirements; facilitating trainee onboarding, offboarding, and licensure; assisting with resident recruitment, orientation, and graduation; and providing general administrative support to the Program Director and Associate Program Directors as needed. The GME Program Coordinator will work closely with the entire residency education team, as well as liaise with departmental fellowship and undergraduate medical education stakeholders. The Department of Pediatrics at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health is a vibrant academic department comprising more than 200 faculty in 16 subspecialty divisions. The department promotes and enhances the health of children through outstanding clinical care, exemplary education of pediatric trainees, performance of cutting-edge research, and vigorous advocacy. To learn more about the department's work and accomplishments, please visit: https://www.pediatrics.wisc.edu/ . 

Responsibilities:

• 15% Maintains a thorough understanding of accreditation program requirements, regulatory requirements, and hospital and program policies to ensure accreditation and compliance with regulatory bodies and pertinent policies
• 25% Contributes to the design, development and implementation of curriculum and evaluations. Schedules evaluations and teaching sessions, and creates and maintains the rotation and call schedules. Maintains accurate records of the curriculum, evaluations, and participation
• 35% Manages workflow components of HR lifecycle functions from recruitment through alumni for residents/fellows
• 10% Serves as a member of the education team or and as the primary contact for the program liaising with those directly associated with the program, the Institutional GME Office, and regulatory agencies. Serves as resource to advise residents/fellows of program/institutional policies and procedures
• 5% Participates in professional opportunities presented by the Institutional GME Office for orientation and annually through the GME retreat, the Program Coordinator Subcommittee, and other opportunities within UW Health and UW-Madison. Shadows GME program administrative reviews one-two times per year
• 10% Identifies, troubleshoots and resolves discrepancies, and processes and tracks resident/fellow and program expenditures and provides reports to department and Institutional GME Office as requested

Institutional Statement on Diversity:

Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals. The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world. For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Diversity and Inclusion

Preferred Bachelor's Degree

Qualifications:

Required: - Knowledge of and proficiency using Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint - Strong written and verbal communication skills - Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills - Ability to both collaborate effectively with others and to work independently Preferred: - Experience in Graduate Medical Education - Experience with managing complex/longitudinal projects - Proficiency using and creating content for social media platforms (e.g., Instagram)

Full or Part Time: 80% - 100% This position may require some work to be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location. Some work may be performed remotely, at an offsite, non-campus work location.

Appointment Type, Duration:

Ongoing/Renewable

Minimum $60,000 ANNUAL (12 months) Depending on Qualifications The starting salary for the position is $60,000 but is negotiable based on experience and qualifications. Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and sick leave; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits. Benefits information can be found at ( https://hr.wisc.edu/benefits/ ). SMPH Academic Staff Benefits flyer: ( https://uwmadison.box.com/s/r50myohfvfd15bqltljn0g4laubuz7t0 )

Additional Information:

The department will not be able to support a request for a J-1 waiver. If you choose to pursue a waiver and apply for our position, neither the UW nor UWMF will reimburse you for your legal or waiver fees. University sponsorship is not available for this position, including transfers of sponsorship. The selected applicant will be responsible for ensuring their continuous eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of an employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment. This position is an ongoing position that will require continuous work eligibility. UW-Madison is not an E-Verify employer, and therefore, is not eligible to employ F1 STEM OPT Extension participants. If you are selected for this position you must provide proof of work authorization and eligibility to work.

How to Apply:

To apply for this position, please click on the "Apply Now" button. You will be asked to upload a current resume/CV and a cover letter briefly describing your qualifications and experience.

Ashley Mueller [email protected] 608-265-3961 Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.

Official Title:

Grad Medical Edu Coord(HS070)

Department(s):

A53-MEDICAL SCHOOL/PEDIATRICS/PEDIATRICS

Employment Class:

Academic Staff-Renewable

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