MOLECULAR / CELLULAR BIOPHYSICS PH.D.

This track of the Cell Physiology Program emphasizes quantitative methods and equips students to study cell and protein structure and function using state-of-the-art instrumentation and computing. The Department hosts outstanding research programs in the areas of structural biology and on cellular ion channels and ion transporters. Most students receive full tuition waiver, a stipend, and health benefits during the full duration of their studies.

RECOMMENDED PROGRAMS OF STUDY First Year: Fall
PHOL 456 Proteins/Nucleic Acids	3.0 Credits
PHOL 432 Cell Structure and Function	3.0 Credits
PHOL 468 Membrane Physiology	3.0 Credits
PHOL 498-01 Physiology & Biophysics Seminar	1.0 Credit
PHOL 505-01 Laboratory Research Rotation	3.0 Credits

First Year: Spring
PHOL 475 Protein Biophysics	3.0 Credits
PHOL 465 Ethical Conduct in Science	1.0 Credit
PHOL 476 Cell Biophysics	3.0 Credits
PHOL 498 Physiology & Biophysics Seminar	1.0 Credit
PHOL 505-2 Laboratory Research Rotation	3.0 Credits
PHOL 505-3 Laboratory Research Rotation	3.0 Credits