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PhD
- Develop a fundamental understanding of basic cellular and molecular processes and techniques important in the application of basic biomedical research to diseases of global public health interest. Specifically, this includes familiarity with the paradigms for control, prevention, and treatment of diseases of public health importance, an understanding of the epidemiology and diseases processes of important diseases of national and international importance, an understanding of how biomedical research can approach such diseases, and basic methodologies used in this type of research, including relevant areas of molecular biology, epidemiology, and biostatistics. Students are also expected to develop familiarity with the major classes of pathogens.
- Become an independent scholar capable of conducting independent research leading to the expansion of knowledge of Pathobiology. This includes developing the skills to approach an unfamiliar experimental system, and identify and explore important questions concerning pathogenesis and infection.
- Learn to collect, analyze, interpret, and use data for solving problems in Pathobiology.
- Develop advanced research skills and expertise in the area of his/her research concentration.
- Develop skills in communicating research findings to scientific audiences through publications and oral presentations.
The program is structured to include three lab rotations and completion of a core course series during the first year. After the spring quarter of the first-year, students will take a preliminary examination and select a permanent lab placement to conduct their dissertation research. The program takes 5-6 years to complete in general.
