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Doctoral Programs

As a doctoral student, you will work with faculty members who are global leaders in health science innovation. Under their mentorship, you will gain opportunities and experience you need to become a leader in your field.

Students enter Graduate Studies through one of our two umbrella programs or through one of the individual doctoral programs.

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Interdisciplinary Graduate Program in Biomedical Sciences

With the Interdisciplinary Graduate Program in Biomedical Sciences (IGPBS) program, you receive a common core curriculum and then advanced interdisciplinary training once you select your area of interest.

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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology

Gain the experience necessary for the development of independent investigators in various areas of biochemistry and molecular biology.

Bioinformatics & Systems Biology

This program addresses questions in biomedical research, from novel algorithm development to the application of bioinformatics tools for knowledge discovery.

Cancer Research

Search for solutions to one of medicine's greatest challenges with an innovative Cancer Research PhD from UNMC.

Immunology, Pathology & Infectious Diseases

The Immunology, Pathology & Infectious Disease PhD program provides a strong background in pathobiology, microbiology and other basic sciences.

Integrative Physiology & Molecular Medicine

Study cellular and molecular processes underscoring coordinated integration of organ systems within the body, typically with a view to unraveling disease mechanisms.

Molecular Genetics & Cell Biology

Make discoveries at the frontiers of molecular genetics and cell biology with a PhD from UNMC.

Neuroscience

In terms of basic sciences, neuroscience is one of the last remaining major frontiers in science.

Medical Sciences Interdepartmental Area

The Medical Sciences Interdepartmental Area (MSIA) is intended for those who wish to pursue individually designed programs of an interdisciplinary nature within the medical sciences. The program offers a Doctoral degree in the following areas:

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PhD in Applied Behavior Analysis

The Applied Behavior Analysis PhD program teaches skills that will prepare students for positions in academic, clinical, and research arenas.

PhD in Biological Defense and Health Security

Students will engage with scientific principles in the emerging global security areas related to defense against infectious disease.

PhD in Clinical & Translational Research Mentored Scholars Program

The CTR-MSP program develops scientists or health professionals at the junior faculty stage into independent clinical and translational researchers.

PhD in Clinically Relevant Basic Research

Students in this program will learn processes and methodologies affiliated with basic science studies that have translational relevance to the health of patients.

PhD in Health Practice & Medical Education Research

Students will engage in research that explores health practice, health policy, population health, or health education.

PhD in Oral Biology