PhD in Experimental Therapeutics

Experimental therapeutics is the integration of basic and applied sciences focused on the study and development of new treatments for human disease. Research in experimental therapeutics seeks to understand human diseases from the molecular level to the whole organism in order to develop rational approaches for new pharmacological treatments. In addition, experimental therapeutics includes the development of new therapies through systematic investigation at increasing levels of complexity ranging from individual molecules and proteins, to cellular and tissue based assays and to the whole organism. The purpose of the program is to train students at the doctoral level who can translate discoveries in the laboratory to therapies in a clinical setting. Learning Outcomes PLO 1. Interpret and critically evaluate the literature in the respective discipline and identify gaps in current knowledge. PLO 2. Design, implement, and analyze the results of an independent research project in the respective discipline. PLO 3. Effectively communicate and defend research findings orally and in writing. PLO 4. Describe and comply with standards of ethical conduct of research, including the use of experimental subjects. PLO 5. Effectively work in a team of colleagues within the discipline. PLO 6. Teach and mentor other researcher. PLO 7. Write a competitive application for research funding. PLO 8. Produce publishable research.

Satisfactory completion of a bachelor\u2019s degree in chemistry, biology, pharmaceutical sciences, pharmacy or a related discipline is required.

The ability to excel in graduate studies and research must be evident based on grades from undergraduate studies, recommendations from college faculty and performance in research and independent study. The Graduate Record Exam (GRE) is not required for admission, but it is highly recommended that a score be submitted for international students.

Students with M.S. degrees in pharmacology or related fields (e.g., pharmaceutical sciences) may be also admitted to the program. However, they are expected to have a minimum of 30 credits at the Master's level prior to accruing doctoral level credits.