Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) in Biomedical Sciences - Cellular and Molecular Biology

The Ph.D. degree in Biomedical Sciences–Cellular and Molecular Biology prepares creative research scientists for careers in teaching, research and biotechnology. Graduates possess an in-depth comprehension of experimental design at the cellular and molecular levels of biological organization as well as competency in current techniques in the discipline. Major research emphases include signal transduction, biochemistry and pathobiology, gene regulation, cell systems biology, cell and tissue ultrastructure, membrane structure and function, molecular aspects of neurobiology and endocrinology, genetics and metabolism of microorganisms, virology and immunology, and enzymology with an emphasis on protein dynamics and folding as well as cytochrome P-450s. The Biomedical Sciences–Cellular and Molecular Biology major consist of two concentrations: Cellular Biology and Structure Molecular Biology and Genetics Program faculty are drawn from several different departments located at Kent State University, the Cleveland Clinic Foundation, the Northeastern Ohio Universities College of Medicine and the University of Akron. Additional participant faculty are located at area clinical facilities and hospitals. This multi-departmental and inter-institutional structure gives doctoral candidates access to the talents of a broadly diverse research faculty as well as significant research facilities and resources. Program Learning Outcomes Graduates of this program will be able to: Publish their research in peer-reviewed journals. Demonstrate the ability to teach undergraduate students. Seek employment after graduation in fields that reflect their area of training.