The Cellular Biology and Anatomy graduate program offers excellent research opportunities covering a broad spectrum of thematic areas. The developmental biologists within our department investigate polarity and patterning in organisms, while other faculty members study mechanisms of protection, repair and regeneration related to diseases of the kidney, musculoskeletal, breast, and visual systems. State-of-the-art genetic, molecular and biochemical tools are employed in diverse in vivo and in vitro systems including mutant mice, zebrafish, Drosophila, and human cells. The department has strong, collaborative ties with many of the research institutes and centers on campus, and offers a rich environment for scientific discovery and dissemination of new knowledge.
There are a number of career opportunities for individuals who have earned a Ph.D. in Biomedical Sciences with a major in Cellular Biology and Anatomy. Armed with a solid underpinning in the fundamentals of cell biological approaches to organisms, students are attractive to booming industry and biotechnology companies. For those interested in pursuing academic careers that combine research and teaching, students not only build upon their research experience in the lab but also are afforded opportunities for teaching medical students (e.g. serving as teaching assistants in histology, anatomy, and neuroanatomy/neuroscience).
We are delighted that you are exploring our program and look forward to working with you as colleagues.