Anatomy and Cell Biology (Ph.D.)

The major emphasis of the Doctoral program is in the acquisition of research expertise designed to prepare graduates to become principal investigators in their own laboratories as well as educators in the academic setting. During the first two years of study, students learn fundamentals of molecular and cellular biology at the graduate level, as well as receive advanced instruction in the areas of anatomical sciences, vision sciences, and neurosciences. They also perform laboratory rotations that lead to the selection of the permanent advisor who will guide the Ph.D. research project. The third and fourth years are devoted to the completion of the research project in consultation with the advisor and dissertation committee.