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Research opportunities at UTMB address the full spectrum of basic, translational, computational and clinical research. Training in cutting edge research is offered through the following programs:

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Biochemistry, Cellular, & Molecular Biology (PhD) offers three separate tracks to study structural and computational biology, mechanobiology, virology, DNA & RNA biology, proteomics/genomics, muscle and cardiovascular biology, stem cells, and many human diseases:

Clinical Science (PhD, MS)

Graduate Clinical and Translational Reproductive Sciences Track

Experimental Pathology (PhD) trains students to explore mechanisms of molecular, cellular, and structural determinants of disease in areas such as emerging infectious diseases, biodefense, host-pathogen interactions, and vaccine development.

Human Pathophysiology and Translational Medicine (PhD) offers an innovative curriculum that focuses on mechanisms of human disease and development of skills to promote translation of basic science discoveries into health care advances.

Vaccinology Track

Master of Medical Science (MS)
- Clinical and Translational Reproductive Sciences Track
MD-PhD Combined Degree Program
Microbiology & Immunology (PhD) provides state-of-the-art training for careers in biomedical research, with a special focus on bacterial and viral pathogenesis, microbial genetics, immune defense and regulation, animal models, and anti-microbial vaccines and drugs.
Neuroscience (PhD) offers training in mechanisms of nervous system functions and disorders that include pain, addiction, neurodegeneration, brain injury, autism spectrum disorders, schizophrenia, neuroinfectious disease and more.
Pharmacology and Toxicology (PhD, MS) offers advanced studies in drug discovery ranging from identification of new therapeutic targets to clinical trials preceding new drug marketing, with a focus on neuropharmacology of mental health disorders, addiction, neurological disorders, cancer, environmental toxicology, infectious diseases, and vaccine development.

The Post-Baccalaureate Research Education Program (PREP)

Are you interested in earning a PhD in the biomedical sciences, but desire additional research training before applying to graduate school?

The UTMB PREP certificate program is for academically talented post-baccalaureate individuals in the sciences who are highly motivated to pursue a PhD and desire additional research experience and career skills training prior to applying to PhD programs. UTMB PREP is designed to immerse students in a top tier research environment coupled with multi-level mentoring and academic skills activities to enhance scholar’s competitiveness for graduate school. If you are nearing or have recently completed your bachelor’s degree and desire a PhD in biomedical sciences, UTMB PREP could be for you!

The Post-Baccalaureate Research Education Program (PREP) could be for you!

Learn more about PREP here

About Basic Biomedical Science Curriculum

The First-Year Graduate Studies in Basic Biomedical Science offers an extraordinary graduate experience that furnishes a strong foundation and breadth of biomedical concepts. The Basic Biomedical Science Curriculum (BBSC) is a specially designed first-year integrated curriculum for students wishing to pursue their doctoral research training in any of the following graduate programs at UTMB:

Biochemistry, Cellular, and Molecular Biology

The BBSC provides a desirable environment for collaborative interactions with almost 300 nationally and internationally renowned graduate faculty across multi-disciplinary research areas. The BBSC is composed of foundational courses (Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology & Genetics, Biostatistics, and Responsible Conduct in Biomedical Research) and a series of 8-week laboratory rotations. Additional available activities include regular seminars and specialized courses. For more information about the BBSC, please refer to the links on the right-hand side of this page.