Cell and Molecular Biology
http://biosci.mc.duke.edu/pgrm_cellbio.html
General Information
Degree offered: Certificate program. Ph.D. offered through one of the participating departments (Biochemistry, Biology, Cell Biology, Immunology, Molecular Genetics and Microbiology, Neurobiology, Pathology, Pharmacology and Cancer Biology)
Faculty working with students: 145
Students: 25
Students receiving Financial Aid: 100%
Deadline for Fall 2008 Application: December 15 (priority deadline; December 31 final deadline)
Spring Application: no
Part time study available: no
Test required: GRE General. GRE Subject (Biology, Chemistry, or Biochemistry, Cell and Molecular Biology) recommended
Program Description
The University Program in Cell and Molecular Biology provides a core curriculum in those subjects that are of importance to all students in the fields of cell and molecular biology, complemented by specific courses in each student's area of concentration. Specializations include molecular genetic and biophysical approaches in the study of: the structure-function relationships of nucleic acids, proteins, carbohydrates, and lipids; DNA replication and nuclear structure; cell membranes, motility, and cytoskeletal elements; development and differentiation; receptors and signal transduction; regulation of transcription and translation of genetic information; the development and function of the nervous system; and regulatory events in the immune system. The program features a laboratory rotation system that allows you to participate in the research in each of three well-equipped laboratories of your choice before selecting an advisor.
Students may apply and be admitted directly to the University Program in Cell and Molecular Biology. Prior to the second year of study at Duke, students must identify a participating department in which they will earn the Ph.D. (NOTE: For international students in particular, the designation on the application form of a department in addition to this interdisciplinary program may be helpful in securing funding.)