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PhD in Biomedical Sciences

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Curriculum
Artificial Intelligence
Cancer Biology
Development, Regeneration, and Stem Cells
Disease Mechanisms and Therapeutics
Genetics and Genomics Science
Immunology
Microbiology

The PhD in Biomedical Sciences program at the Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai is designed to equip you with the essential training and resources required for thriving as an autonomous researcher, while also preparing you for diverse career paths. We take pride in our highly individualized approach, enabling you to tailor your educational journey by selecting your preferred multidisciplinary training area, corresponding curriculum, and thesis research preceptor.

By choosing our PhD Program, you will embark on a journey where you can develop the skills and knowledge necessary to navigate the intricate connections between basic scientific exploration and practical medical applications. Our unique integration in the Mount Sinai Health System facilitates independent research through a variety of specialized laboratories.

You will pursue breakthrough education in seven multidisciplinary training areas. These specialties are a core characteristic of graduate education and provide our students with the opportunity to expand their areas of study beyond the confines of one discipline.

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Multidisciplinary Training Areas

Microbiology

Study a wide range of viruses, including influenza, Zika, and more

Immunology

Study the cellular and molecular mechanisms of the immune system

Genetics and Genomic Sciences

Utilize machine learning and big data analysis for computational biology

Disease Mechanisms and Therapeutics

Discover and develop chemical probes to study the pathophysiology of diseases

Development, Regeneration, and Stem Cells

Work with stem cells to explore their impact on regenerative medicine

Cancer Biology

Train to become a skilled molecular and cellular biologist for cancer research

AI and Emerging Technologies in Medicine

Develop predictive diagnostic and therapeutic models using machine learning

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26 percent of PhD students in the class of 2022 were first-generation college graduates.

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