The university-wide nature of this program permits training and research opportunities in the laboratories of the faculty members who participate in the program. Currently the program faculty represent the departments of Anatomy and Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Biological Sciences, Internal Medicine, Microbiology, Ophthalmology, Pathology, Pediatrics, Pharmacology, Physiology and Biophysics and Radiology. A crucial aspect of the Ph.D. degree is the opportunity to participate in stimulating research. The diversity of research interests within the program permits students to identify areas which match their special interests. Students entering the program are encouraged to begin their research as soon as possible.
Excellent facilities are available to support the research activities of the program.
In addition to modern laboratory space, there are specialized core research facilities which contain commonly used equipment such as an oligonucleotide synthesizer and an automated apparatus for DNA sequence analysis. Virtually all of the equipment used in modern molecular biological research is available within the laboratories and departments of the participating faculty. The Molecular Biology Graduate Program is sufficiently flexible to accommodate students with a relatively wide range of backgrounds. Students who will complete undergraduate degrees in the biological, biochemical, or physical sciences are urged to apply. It is expected that entering students will have a solid background in science and a commitment to research in molecular biology.