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Program Information 

Dean: M. L. Good
Associate Dean for Graduate Education: Thomas Rowe

Complete faculty listing: Follow this link.

The College of Medicine offers training opportunities leading to either the Doctor of Philosophy or Master of Science degree in medical sciences. Minimum requirements for these degrees are given in the General Information section of this catalog. The interdisciplinary program (IDP) in biomedical sciences is the major focus leading to the Doctor of Philosophy degree. Other graduate courses and programs are listed under departmental headings.

Interdisciplinary Program (IDP) in Biomedical Sciences

The goal of the IDP is to prepare students for a diversity of careers in research and teaching in academic and commercial settings, after completion of the Ph.D. in Medical Sciences. The program provides a modern, comprehensive graduate education in biomedical sciences while providing both maximum program flexibility and appropriate specialization for advanced training. The IDP represents a cooperative effort of six interdisciplinary advanced concentrations with participation of over 250 faculty members.

During the first semester of study, students undertake a common, comprehensive interdisciplinary core curriculum of classroom study and a responsible conduct of research course. During the second semester, students begin to focus their coursework in one or two concentrations. Throughout the first two semesters, students participate in at least three laboratory rotations in any of the laboratories of the IDP faculty members. The advanced concentration and the supervisory committee chair are chosen no later than the end of the spring semester to maximize flexibility and facilitate an informed decision. Students entering the advanced concentrations take more specialized courses that strengthen their knowledge of these disciplines. The advanced concentration curricula are flexible enough to allow students to integrate course work offered in other advanced concentrations. In addition, journal clubs and seminars associated with their research interests allow students to further augment their scientific development.

Prospective students should have strong backgrounds in biology including genetics, chemistry (organic, quantitative, and biochemistry), physics, and calculus. Demonstrated high motivation and a serious intention to pursue research-related careers are also important considerations. This is best accomplished by performing independent study in a research laboratory for at least a semester, with a year or more being preferred. For more information, write:

IDP
P.O. Box 100229
College of Medicine
Gainesville, FL 32610-0229

For expanded information about the IDP, visit http://biomed.med.ufl.edu/.

Advanced Concentration in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

Directors: Robert McKenna and Kevin Brown

The Graduate Faculty of the biochemistry and molecular biology advanced concentration share an interest in the relationships between the structure of a biological macromolecule and the function of that molecule in the cell. The structure (encoded ultimately by the genome) sets the phenotype of the organism. The uniting theme among the Graduate Faculty is their approach to research: Each uses the techniques of biochemistry and molecular biology/genetics to characterize the function of a macromolecule and show how function (and the process it is part of) is determined by the structure of that molecule and its interactions with other macromolecules. Specific research directions range from physical determination of the molecular structure of proteins to regulation of cellular processes to the genetic mapping of disease loci.

For information about other programs and courses in this field, see the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology listing.

Advanced Concentration in Cancer Biology

Directors: Dietmar Siemann and Maria Zajac-Kaye

The Cancer Biology Concentration (CBC) provides training opportunities in cancer research ranging from basic to translational. The program spans many disciplines, including molecular and cell biology, genetics and epigenetics, biochemistry, microbiology, pharmacology, anatomy, pathology, epidemiology, bioinformatics, immunology and many others involved in the understanding of the development, progression, dissemination, and treatment of cancer.

Students in the will have opportunities to work with outstanding cancer investigators in state of the art facilities. Through combinations of courses, seminars, small group discussions, and an interdisciplinary approach to research, the program allows students to gain a unique understanding of cancer and to build a firm foundation upon which they can build careers in academia, government, and biotech and pharmaceutical industry.

For more information please see our website: http://idp.med.ufl.edu/about/cancer-biology-concentration

Advanced Concentration in Clinical and Translational Science

Director: Wayne McCormack

The Clinical & Translational Science PhD program provides graduate students with knowledge and skills required to develop a career in multidisciplinary clinical and translational research. This program uses a team-science approach to provide didactic training and mentoring for predoctoral students performing clinical and/or translational research in health-related fields at UF. Completion of program requirements results in the award of an interdisciplinary concentration in Clinical & Translational Science. Doctoral students from all UF doctoral graduate programs who are interested in health-related research are eligible to apply.

For more information contact:

Susan Gardner
Program Coordinator
sgard@ufl.edu

Dr. Wayne McCormack
Program Director
mccormac@ufl.edu

https://www.ctsi.ufl.edu/education/ph-d-students/

Advanced Concentration in Genetics

Director: M. R. Wallace
Co-Director: Lei Zhou

The concentration in genetics offers graduate training in all facets of modern molecular genetics including bacterial, viral, lower eukaryotic, mouse, developmental, and human genetics. The courses listed are taught in a 5-week modular format, ranging from 1-3 modules.

Advanced Concentration in Health Outcomes and Policy

The University of Florida’s Master of Science in Medical Sciences, with a concentration in Health Outcomes and Policy, is a specialized degree designed to put its graduates at the forefront of innovative research to develop, implement, and evaluate clinical and community-based programs that promote health and health outcomes. Throughout the curriculum, special emphasis is placed on health disparities and vulnerable populations. In addition to traditional graduate students, our program is available to medical students, post-doctoral researchers, fellows, residents, Ph.D. students, and junior faculty. 

We also offer a 16-credit graduate certificate designed to complement other concurrent courses of study and to provide continuing education opportunities for faculty. The certificate can be completed in one year on a part-time basis.

Advanced Concentration in Immunology and Microbiology

Directors: C. E. Mathews and Scott Tibbetts

The concentration in immunology and microbiology offers graduate training in cellular and molecular immunology (including immunopathology, immunogenetics, and autoimmunity) and in microbiology (including virology, bacteriology, microbial genetics, and microbial pathogenesis). The courses listed are taught in a 5-week modular format, ranging from 1-3 modules.

Advanced Concentration in Molecular Cell Biology

Director: Alexander Ishov
Co-Director: Eric Vitriol

The advanced concentration in molecular cell biology (MCB) prepares investigators for careers in biomedical research in academic or industrial settings. This multidisciplinary specialization has more than 50 participating faculty members and offers an extraordinary range of opportunities for advanced study of life at the molecular and cellular levels. The Graduate Faculty share common interests in the molecular interactions that account for functionally integrated subcellular, cellular, and tissue organization found in living organisms. The model systems in use range from yeast and cellular lime molds through Drosophila to birds and mammals. These systems are manipulated and analyzed using a wide range of powerful molecular, genetic, protein chemical, immunological, pharmacological, nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR), and microscopic imaging strategies. Students who select MCB take advanced course work and initiate independent research during the second year. This approach provides broad-based vision early in the program and the appropriate degree of specialization later on.

Advanced Concentration in Neuroscience

Directors: Jada Lewis and Harry Nick

The Graduate Faculty associated with the neuroscience advanced concentration have expertise in neuroanatomy, molecular and cellular neurobiology, neurodevelopment and aging, neurotransmitter chemistry and pharmacology, neuroendocrinology and neuroimmunology, cellular and molecular neuro-oncology, cellular and membrane neurophysiology, somatosensory and motor systems, transplantation neurobiology, injury and repair of the CNS, and neurobehavioral sciences. Study in marine vertebrate and invertebrate neurobiology is available through Graduate Faculty at the Whitney Laboratory.

Advanced Concentration in Oral Biology

Chair: R. A. Burne
Graduate Coordinator: J. Brady

The Department of Oral Biology, a unit of the College of Dentistry, offers graduate study leading to the degree of Doctor of Philosophy as part of the College of Medicine’s Interdisciplinary Program (IDP) in Biomedical Sciences. The work is designed to provide the degree candidate with a strong background in basic biological principles relevant to the various subspecialties of oral biology, as well as specialized training in various aspects of the diseases and disorders of the oral cavity.

Areas of emphasis include application of microbiological, immunological, cellular, and molecular biological concepts and technologies to answer questions about host-pathogen interactions in oral disease; vaccine development; oral microbial physiology; oral bacterial biofilm biology; saliva and salivary gland biology; microbial antibiotic resistance; and autoimmune diseases. More information is available at http://dental.ufl.edu/departments/oral-biology/.

Prerequisites for admission in addition to those of the Graduate School include a broad base of courses in mathematics, physics, organic and analytic chemistry, advanced biology, biochemistry, molecular biology, and statistical methods. Specific requirements can be obtained from the Graduate Coordinator or the IDP office.

Advanced Concentration in Physiology and Pharmacology

Directors: Gonzalo Torres and Glenn Walter

The Graduate Faculty associated with this advanced concentration have expertise in a variety of disciplines, including molecular and cellular biology, pharmacology, physiology, neuroscience, and biochemistry. These faculty bring together unique strengths to provide the students with diverse training. Students may train in laboratories involved in cardiovascular, neuro, endocrine, and developmental physiology; pharmacology; and toxicology. Students conduct research at the molecular, cellular, and integrative levels. Many of the faculty are involved in multidisciplinary, collaborative research efforts that aim to understand basic physiological mechanisms and pathophysiological processes (e.g., cardiovascular, neurodegenerative, and neoplastic diseases).

Other Interdisciplinary Doctoral Concentrations Offered

The interdisciplinary emphasis on vision sciences is also discussed in the Interdisciplinary Graduate Studies section. The program director is:

Dr. W. Clay Simith
P.O. Box 100284
College of Medicine
Gainesville, FL 32610
or (352) 392-0476.

Interdisciplinary study in toxicology is coordinated by the Center for Environmental and Human Toxicology and is concerned with the effects of chemicals on human and animal health. Additional information is given in the Interdisciplinary Graduate Studies section of this catalog or may be obtained from the codirector:

Dr. Colin Sumners
P.O. Box 100215
College of Medicine
Gainesville, FL 32610
or (352) 392-0740.

Combination Degree Program:  The College participates in a combination degree program between a Bachelor of Science degree with a major in Biology and a Master of Science degree with a major in Medical Sciences with or without a concentration in Pharmacology. 

Degrees Offered with a Major in Medical Sciences

  • Doctor of Philosophy
    • without a concentration
    • concentration in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
      • optional second concentration in Clinical and Translational Science
      • optional second concentration in Health Outcomes and Implementation Science
    • concentration in Biomedical Informatics
    • concentration in Cancer Biology
      • optional second concentration in Clinical and Translational Science
    • concentration in Clinical and Translational Science
      • optional second concentration in Health Outcomes and Implementation Science
    • ​concentration in Domestic Animal Genomics
    • concentration in Genetics
      • optional second concentration in Clinical and Translational Science
      • optional second concentration in Health Outcomes and Implementation Science
    • concentration in Health Outcomes and Implementation Science
      • optional second concentration in Clinical and Translational Science
    • concentration in Imaging Science and Technology
    • concentration in Immunology and Microbiology
      • optional second concentration in Clinical and Translational Science
      • optional second concentration in Health Outcomes and Implementation Science
    • concentration in Medical Physics
    • concentration in Molecular Cell Biology
      • optional second concentration in Clinical and Translational Science
      • optional second concentration in Health Outcomes and Implementation Science
    • concentration in Neuroscience
      • optional second concentration in Clinical and Translational Science
      • optional second concentration in Health Outcomes and Implementation Science
    • concentration in Pharmacology & Therapeutics
      • optional second concentration in Clinical and Translational Science
    • concentration in Physiology and Functional Genomics
      • optional second concentration in Clinical and Translational Science 
      • optional second concentration in Reproductive Biotechnology
    • concentration in Reproductive Biotechnology
    • concentration in Toxicology
  • Master of Science
    • without a concentration
    • concentration in Aging and Geriatric Practice
    • concentration in Biomedical Informatics
    • concentration in Biomedical Neuroscience
    • concentration in Domestic Animal Genomics
    • concentration in Forensic Medicine
    • concentration in Genetics and Genomics
    • concentration in Gerontology
    • concentration in Health Outcomes and Implementation Science
    • concentration in Medical Physics
    • concentration in Medical Physiology and Pharmacology
    • concentration in Molecular Cell Biology
    • concentration in Neuroscience
    • concentration in Pharmacology
    • concentration in Reproductive Biotechnology

Requirements for these degrees are given in the Graduate Degrees section of this catalog.

Core Courses-IDP

Course List
Code Title Credits
GMS 6001Fundamentals of Biomedical Sciences I5
GMS 6003Fundamentals of Graduate Research and Professional Development1
GMS 6004IDP Practical Laboratory2
GMS 6007Fundamentals of Neuroscience3
GMS 6008Fundamentals of Physiology and Functional Genomics2
GMS 6009Principles of Drug Action and Therapeutics3
GMS 6065Fundamentals of Cancer Biology3
GMS 6090Research in Medical Sciences1-10
GMS 7877Responsible Conduct of Biomedical Research1
GMS 7593Topics in Pharmacology and Toxicology1-3

General and Advanced Courses

Course List
Code Title Credits
GMS 5905Special Topics in Biomedical Sciences1-4
GMS 6090Research in Medical Sciences1-10
GMS 6622Mitochondrial Biology in Aging and Disease2
GMS 6905Independent Studies in Medical Sciences1-10
GMS 6910Supervised Research1-5
GMS 6875Ethical and Policy Issues in Clinical Research2
GMS 6940Supervised Teaching1-5
GMS 6971Research for Master's Thesis1-15
GMS 7950Fundamentals of Biomedical Science Education2
GMS 7944Practicum in Biomedical Science Education3
GMS 7877Responsible Conduct of Biomedical Research1
GMS 7979Advanced Research1-12
GMS 7980Research for Doctoral Dissertation1-15

Advanced Concentration Courses

Advanced Concentration in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Courses

Course List
Code Title Credits
BCH 6040Research Discussion in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology1
BCH 61071
BCH 6206Advanced Metabolism3
BCH 6207Advanced Metabolism: Role of Membranes in Signal Transduction and Metabolic Control1
BCH 6208Advanced Metabolism: Regulation of Key Reactions in Carbohydrate and Lipid Metabolism1
BCH 6209Advanced Metabolism: Regulation of Key Reactions in Amino Acid and Nucleotide Metabolism1
BCH 6415Advanced Molecular and Cell Biology3
BCH 6740Physical Biochemistry/Structural Biology3
BCH 6741CMagnetic Resonance Imaging and Spectroscopy in Living Systems1-3
BCH 6744Molecular Structure Determination by X-ray Crystallography1
BCH 6745Molecular Structure and Dynamics of NMR Spectroscopy1
BCH 6746Structural Biology: Macromolecular Structure Determination1
BCH 6747Structural Biology/Advanced Physical Biochemistry: Spectroscopy and Hydrodynamics1
BCH 6749CNumerical Methods in Structural Biology1
BCH 6876Recent Advances in Membrane Biology1
BCH 6877Recent Advances in Structural Biology1
BCH 68781
BCH 6936Biochemistry Seminar1
BCH 7410Advanced Gene Regulation1
BCH 7412Epigenetics of Human Disease and Development1
BCH 7515Structural Biology/Advanced Physical Biochemistry: Kinetics and Thermodynamics1
GMS 6195Epigenetics Journal Club1

Advanced Concentration in Cancer Biology Courses

Course List
Code Title Credits
BCH 5413Mammalian Molecular Biology and Genetics3
BCH 7410Advanced Gene Regulation1
BCH 7412Epigenetics of Human Disease and Development1
GMS 5905Special Topics in Biomedical Sciences1-4
GMS 6009Principles of Drug Action and Therapeutics3
GMS 6053Cancer Biology and Therapeutics1
GMS 6061Nuclear Structure and Dynamics1
GMS 6064Tumor Biology1
GMS 6065Fundamentals of Cancer Biology3
GMS 6090Research in Medical Sciences1-10
GMS 6232Advanced Applications of Bioinformatics in Genetics1
GMS 6335Advanced Stem Cell Biology: Tissue Engineering1
GMS 6338Recent Advances in Cancer Metastasis1
GMS 6421Cell Biology4
GMS 6647Transcriptional and Translational Control of Cell Growth and Proliferation1
GMS 6683Fundamentals of Vascular Physiology and Pathology2
GMS 6691Special Topics in Cell Biology and Anatomy1-4
GMS 6812Health Outcomes Research in Cancer3
GMS 6818Design and Conduct Clinical Trials I2
PHC 6937Special Topics in Public Health1-6

Advanced Concentration in Genetics Courses

Course List
Code Title Credits
BCH 7410Advanced Gene Regulation1
GMS 6012Human Genetics1
GMS 6013Developmental Genetics1
GMS 6014Applications of Bioinformatics to Genetics1
GMS 60151
GMS 6034Advanced Virology I: Genetics and RNA1
GMS 6038Bacterial Genetics and Physiology1
GMS 61511
GMS 6153Advanced Bacterial Genetics1
GMS 61551
GMS 6195Epigenetics Journal Club1
GMS 6231Genomics and Bioinformatics3
GMS 6232Advanced Applications of Bioinformatics in Genetics1
GMS 6290Genetics/Genomics Program Graduate Seminar1
GMS 6506Biologic Drug Development1
GMS 6920Genetics Journal Colloquy1
GMS 7192Journal Colloquy1

Advanced Concentration in Health Outcomes and Implementation Science Courses

Course List by Depts
Code Title Credits
GMS 5905Special Topics in Biomedical Sciences1-4
GMS 6802Health Outcomes Research for Chronic Diseases3
GMS 6803Data Science for Clinical Research3
GMS 6804Translational Bioinformatics3
GMS 6805Information Modeling in Biomedicine3
GMS 6806Security and Privacy for Clinical Research3
GMS 6812Health Outcomes Research in Cancer3
GMS 6813Pragmatic Clinical Trials3
GMS 6816Pediatric Child Health Outcomes Assessment for Clinical and Community-Based Research2
GMS 6821Measuring and Analyzing Health Outcomes I2
GMS 6822Measuring and Analyzing Health Outcomes II3
GMS 6826Advanced Design and Methodology for Case-Control Studies in Clinical Research2
GMS 6829Longitudinal Research Design2
GMS 6830Health Outcomes Research and Policy Development3
GMS 6832Economic Methods for Evaluating Value in Health3
GMS 6833Health Outcomes Research in Vulnerable Populations3
GMS 6834Health Policy and Formulation of Payment Mechanisms for Health Care3
GMS 6835Health Outcomes Research in Children3
GMS 6836Foundations of Learning Health Systems Research1
GMS 6842Translational Research Methods2
GMS 6844Time Series and Quasi-Experimental Design for Health Outcomes Research2
GMS 6846Meta-Analysis in Clinical, Health Services Research and Public Health2
GMS 6848Ensuring Rigor and Reproducibility in Clinical and Translational Research1
GMS 6850Foundations of Biomedical Informatics3
GMS 6851Fundamentals of Dissemination and Implementation Research3
GMS 6852Community Engaged Research for Clinical Effectiveness and Implementation Science Studies2
GMS 6853Improvement and Implementation Science in the Learning Health System3
GMS 6854Applied Topics in Clinical Effectiveness Research2
GMS 6856Introduction to Biomedical Natural Language Processing3
GMS 6857Clinical Decision Support Systems3
GMS 6880Mentored Research Hop3
GMS 6881Special Studies in Epidemiology and Health Policy Research2
GMS 6883Practicum Experience in Epidemiology and Health Policy2
GMS 6884Research in Epidemiology and Health Policy2
GMS 6885Translational Health Research Design3
GMS 6888Mentored Research Hop3
GMS 6893Clinical and Translational Science Seminar Series2
GMS 6896Health Outcomes and Policy Seminar1
GMS 7858Causal Artificial Intelligence for Health Research3
GMS 7866Principles of Referent Tracking in Biomedical Informatics3
GMS 7886Health Outcomes and Policy PhD Seminar: Applied Research3
GMS 7887Health Outcomes & Policy PhD Research Seminar1
GMS 7906Grant Writing for Health Outcomes Studies2
STA 5223Applied Sample Survey Methods3
STA 5503Categorical Data Methods3
STA 5701Applied Multivariate Methods3
STA 6166Statistical Methods in Research I3
STA 7179Survival Analysis3
STA 7249Generalized Linear Models3
STA 7346Statistical Inference3
STA 7347Advanced Inference3

 

Advanced Concentration in Immunology and Microbiology Courses

Course List
Code Title Credits
VME 6505Autoimmunity1
GMS 6034Advanced Virology I: Genetics and RNA1
GMS 6035Advanced Virology II: RNA Viruses1
GMS 6036Molecular Virology III: DNA Viruses1
GMS 6038Bacterial Genetics and Physiology1
GMS 6040Host-Pathogen Interactions1
GMS 6121Infectious Diseases3
GMS 6140Principles of Immunology4
GMS 6193Research Conference in Oral Biology1-3
GMS 6196Virology Journal Club1
GMS 6198Bacterial Pathogenesis Journal Club1
GMS 6337B Cell Development in Health and Disease1
GMS 6382Special Topics in Immunology1-3
GMS 6921Immunology/Microbiology Journal Colloquy1
GMS 7192Journal Colloquy1
VME 6934Topics in Veterinary Medical Sciences1-4

Advanced Concentration in Molecular Cell Biology Courses

Course List
Code Title Credits
GMS 5905Special Topics in Biomedical Sciences1-4
GMS 6013Developmental Genetics1
GMS 6061Nuclear Structure and Dynamics1
GMS 6062Protein Trafficking1
GMS 6063Cell Biology of Aging1
GMS 6064Tumor Biology1
GMS 6065Fundamentals of Cancer Biology3
GMS 6331Stem Cell Biology1
GMS 6335Advanced Stem Cell Biology: Tissue Engineering1
GMS 6336Advanced Stem Cell Biology: Regenerative Medicine1
GMS 6417Integrative Aging Physiology3
GMS 6421Cell Biology4
GMS 6622Mitochondrial Biology in Aging and Disease2
GMS 6635Organization of Cells and Tissues3
GMS 6647Transcriptional and Translational Control of Cell Growth and Proliferation1
GMS 6690Molecular Cell Biology Journal Club1
GMS 6691Special Topics in Cell Biology and Anatomy1-4
GMS 6692Research Conference in Anatomy and Cell Biology1

Advanced Concentration in Neuroscience Courses

Course List by Depts
Code Title Credits
GMS 6007Fundamentals of Neuroscience3
GMS 6021Organization and Development of the Nervous System2
GMS 6022Principles of Neurophysiology3
GMS 6023Molecular Neuroscience and Neuropharmacology3
GMS 6024Princ Neuroscience 42
GMS 6029Brain Journal Club1
GMS 6073Disorders of the Developing Nervous System1
GMS 6079Computers in Biology1
GMS 6080Basic Magnetic Resonance Imaging1
GMS 6082Introduction to Functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging1
GMS 6701Functional and Comparative Neuroanatomy for Professionals5
GMS 6705Functional Human Neuroanatomy4
GMS 6709Current Topics in Vision1
GMS 6711Neurobiology of Pain1
GMS 6712Biological Clocks in Neural Health and Disease3
GMS 6713Neurobiol of Behav Disorders3
GMS 6719Fundamentals of Computational Neuroscience2
GMS 6741Neuropathology1
GMS 6750Molecular Pathobiology of Neural Disease1
GMS 6757Introduction to Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias: Clinical and Mechanistic Principles2
GMS 6790New Developments in Neuroscience2
GMS 6791Visual Neuroscience Journal Club1-2
GMS 6792Neuroscience Graduate Research Seminar1
GMS 7794Neuroscience Seminar1
GMS 7795Special Topics in Neuroscience1-4

Advanced Concentration in Oral Biology Courses

Course List
Code Title Credits
GMS 6160Introduction to Oral Biology I2
GMS 6161Introduction to Oral Biology II2
DEN 6680Principles and Craniofacial Biology and Emerging Therapies2
DEN 6681Craniofacial Pathobiology2

Advanced Concentration in Medical Physiology and Pharmacology Courses

Course List
Code Title Credits
GMS 6051Signal Transduction1
GMS 6052Ion Channels of Excitable Membranes1
GMS 6053Cancer Biology and Therapeutics1
GMS 6400CPrinciples of Physiology6
GMS 6401Medical Renal Physiology2
GMS 6402Medical Respiration Physiology3
GMS 6405Fundamentals of Endocrine Physiology1
GMS 6406Fundamentals of Pulmonary/Respiratory Physiology1
GMS 6408Fundamentals of Renal Physiology1
GMS 6410Physiology of the Circulation of Blood2
GMS 6411Fundamentals of Cardiovascular Physiology1
GMS 6415Fundamentals of Gastrointestinal Physiology1
GMS 6419Medical Endocrinology and Reproduction3
GMS 6440Fundamentals of Medical Physiology1
GMS 6474Medical Cardiovascular and Muscle Physiology3
GMS 6479Medical Gastrointestinal Physiology2
GMS 6491Journal Club in Physiology1
GMS 6563Molecular Pharmacology1-3
GMS 6590Seminar in Pharmacology1
GMS 6592Ion Channels Journal Club: Pharmacology, Biophysics, and Neuroscience of Excitable Membranes1
GMS 7593Topics in Pharmacology and Toxicology1-3

Advanced Concentration in Clinical and Translational Science Courses

College of Medicine Courses

Course List by College
Code Title Credits
GMS 5905Special Topics in Biomedical Sciences1-4
GMS 6001Fundamentals of Biomedical Sciences I5
GMS 6003Fundamentals of Graduate Research and Professional Development1
GMS 6004IDP Practical Laboratory2
GMS 6008Fundamentals of Physiology and Functional Genomics2
GMS 6090Research in Medical Sciences1-10
GMS 6096Introduction to NIH Grant Writing for Biomedical Sciences1
GMS 6160Introduction to Oral Biology I2
GMS 6161Introduction to Oral Biology II2
GMS 6405Fundamentals of Endocrine Physiology1
GMS 6406Fundamentals of Pulmonary/Respiratory Physiology1
GMS 6408Fundamentals of Renal Physiology1
GMS 6411Fundamentals of Cardiovascular Physiology1
GMS 6415Fundamentals of Gastrointestinal Physiology1
GMS 6491Journal Club in Physiology1
GMS 6780Addiction: Neuroscience and Trends3
GMS 6845Clinical & Translational Research Practicum3
GMS 6865Quantitative Literacy for Translational Research2
GMS 6875Ethical and Policy Issues in Clinical Research2
GMS 6895CTS Journal Club1
GMS 6903Manuscript and Abstract Writing for Clinician/Scientists2
GMS 6905Independent Studies in Medical Sciences1-10
GMS 6910Supervised Research1-5
GMS 6940Supervised Teaching1-5
GMS 6971Research for Master's Thesis1-15
GMS 7093Introduction to Clinical and Translational Research2
GMS 7877Responsible Conduct of Biomedical Research1
GMS 7944Practicum in Biomedical Science Education3
GMS 7950Fundamentals of Biomedical Science Education2
GMS 7979Advanced Research1-12
GMS 7980Research for Doctoral Dissertation1-15

Medical sciences (PHD)

SLO1      Knowledge        
Students will identify and explain the core knowledge for the Interdisciplinary Program (genetics, cell biology, biochemistry/molecular biology) followed by concentration-specific core knowledge (genetics, molecular cell biology, immunology/microbiology, physiology/pharmacology, biochemistry/molecular biology, or neuroscience).  At the most basic level, this will include recognizing and explaining fundamental facts in the disciplines.  At the intermediate level this will include explaining relationships between facts and explanation of mechanisms of biological processes.  At the most advanced level this will include interpreting experimental data and designing experiments.

SLO2      Research Skills  
Students will read, interpret and critically analyze published literature in their field to formulate hypotheses;  design a technically sound and up-to-date experimental plan with appropriate controls; execute the experimental plan in a technically proficient manner; interpret the data; and then reformulate the hypotheses.

SLO3      Professional Behavior   
Students apply professional behavior in their conduct of research, specifically identification and illustration of ethical conduct, including employment of appropriate safety, administrative, and regulatory rules

Medical Sciences (MS)

SLO1      Knowledge        
Identifies, describes, and explains key concepts, study designs, and research methodologies necessary to conduct research in medical and health care disciplines

SLO2      Research            
Explains research ideas, designs, and produces a scientifically sound clinical/translational research project in an ethically sound manner, which includes testable hypotheses and specific aims, presenting scientific relevancy, stating appropriate statistical and ethical considerations, detailing subject enrollment, data collection and analysis, and reporting how the project will lead to improvement of human health

SLO3      Professionalism
Organize activities that promote self-improvement, scientific teamwork, and improvement in human health

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