Immunology
General Information
Degree offered:
Ph.D.
Faculty working with students:
27
Students: 37
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 or Biochemistry, Cell and Molecular Biology) strongly recommended
Program Description
The Department of Immunology offers research opportunities in various areas of molecular and cellular immunology. Current interests in the department include studies of lymphocyte antigen-receptor expression and recognition, the regulation of cellular interactions in the immune system, cell activation, and lymphocyte development. A close association with faculty in clinical departments provides opportunities for study in clinically related areas of immunology. The program of study includes courses in molecular and cell biology, biochemistry, genetics, and microbiology, in addition to thorough training in all aspects of immunology. Seminars, journal clubs, laboratory meetings, and an annual retreat are important components of the doctoral program. The department is housed in modern research facilities which include well-equipped research laboratories and core equipment and areas including flow cytometry, cytogenetics and spectral karyotyping, transgenic animals, and nucleic acid sequencing.