Take your study of the structure, function and behavior of cells to the highest levels when you pursue your PhD in Cell Biology at Case Western Reserve, one of the top research universities in the U.S. Offered through our Biomedical Sciences Training Program, this interdisciplinary degree allows you to focus on cell biology while also taking electives in related disciplines in the biomedical sciences. With that background, you’ll have a strong foundation to pursue a career as a medical scientist, biotechnology research scientist, or biochemist, to name a few options. And thanks to our location in Cleveland, Ohio, you’ll be in a great place to advance your career—there are more than 700 biotechnology and biomedical companies in town as well as four top medical institutions.Your core classes will focus on yeast genetics and cell biology; cell biology and human disease; cells and pathogens; fundamental immunology; and cell signaling. From there, it’s up to you. Choose from electives such as molecular genetics of cancer, molecular biology of RNA, and cell and molecular neurobiology. In our program, you’ll have training opportunities as a research science professional not only through customizable coursework, but also conducting original research and attending countless seminars, journal clubs, workshops and laboratory meetings. The centerpiece of your training will be your research project that includes a written thesis, as well as preparation to publish papers in peer-reviewed journals.

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