The primary objective of the program is to enable the student to acquire a fundamental orientation in the current life sciences as well as mastery of the knowledge and investigative approaches in his or her chosen areas of specialization. Such training is essential in developing research professionals equipped to teach in university programs and to take leadership positions in biotechnology and research. Faculty include members of the curatorial staff of the American Museum of Natural History. Faculty include staff of the Institute for Basic Research in Developmental Disabilities.
Work ranges from theoretical to socioeconomic.
Faculty include members of the curatorial staff of the New York Botanical Garden. The American Museum of Natural History, The New York Botanical Garden, Brooklyn Botanic Garden and The Institute for Basic Research in Developmental Disabilities.