Students are expected to begin their dissertation research immediately upon entering the program. Students choosing to enter through WPI are considered WPI graduate students in the Department of Biology and Biotechnology, and must meet the general degree requirements of WPI as well as requirements specified by the Department of Biology and Biotechnology. A detailed description of procedures and degree requirements is available in the department office. Research Interests Research opportunities at WPI exist in the general areas of molecular biology and recombinant DNA technology. Other research interests include microbiology, environmental biology, developmental biology, and plant and animal physiology.
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Combining resources of the four participating institutions presents a unique opportunity for a graduate education. The faculty and laboratories available to the student are magnified over those of any single institution. The laboratory resources at all four participating institutions are available to aid in the student's research activities, as are graduate-level courses at WPI, Clark University, University of Massachusetts Medical School, and the Worcester Foundation for Biomedical Research. Research credits are not transferable. Grade of B or better.