MASTER OF SCIENCE IN PHYSIOLOGY

The Department of Physiology and Biophysics introduces a new program in physiology. This Masters of Science program offers:

• An excellent Foundation for future careers in biomedical professions, academic or pharmaceutical research.
• Cell, molecular, and systems levels coursework and research experience.
• Nationally ranked training environment-CWRU Department of Physiology ranked in the top 5% by National Institutes of Health.
• Option to transfer to Ph.D. degree in Physiology.

The program includes one year of advanced coursework and hands-on laboratory experience, followed by a year of intensive laboratory investigation in a mentored environment. Students help choose their own research focus from a wide array of research areas represented within the Department.

TECHNIQUES / AREAS OF FOCUS

• Molecular biology
• Gene expression
• Electrophysiology
• Ion transport
• Bioengergetics
• Protein trafficking
• NMR imaging
• Cardiovascular physiology
• Renal physiology
• Pulmonary physiology
• Cell signaling
• Hormone/Receptor biology

WHO SHOULD APPLY?

Individuals with undergraduate degrees in biology, chemistry, or physics are encouraged to apply.

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 498-1 Physiology & Biophysics Seminar	1.0 Credit
PHOL 505-01 Laboratory Research Rotation	3.0 Credits

First Year: Spring
PHOL 480 Physiology of Organ Systems	3.0 Credits
PHOL 465 Ethical Conduct in Science	1.0 Credit
PHOL 466 Cell Signaling	3.0 Credits
PHOL 498-2 Physiology & Biophysics Seminar	1.0 Credit
PHOL 505-2 Laboratory Research Rotation	3.0 Credits