The University of Alabama at Birmingham Cellular and Molecular Biology Graduate Program, administered by Departments of Biochemistry and Molecular Genetics, Cell Biology, Microbiology, and Neurobiology, is designed to provide high-quality, multidisciplinary education in biochemistry, cell biology, genetics, immunology, microbiology, neurobiology, and virology leading to the PhD degree.
Graduates are prepared to make significant contributions in research.
Program involves more than 120 faculty members and more than 160 students. GRE General Test required. The department offers a strong program of study in pathogenic mechanisms, with particular research emphasis on bacterial, viral, and fungi pathogens. Basic science and clinical faculty members actively participate in courses and journal clubs. A complete description of the features of this multidisciplinary graduate program can be found in Section 6.