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PhD Programs at the Medical College of Wisconsin

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Biochemistry (PhD)

The Biochemistry PhD program at MCW will expose you to state-of-the-art facilities and instruments for 3D structure determination of proteins and protein-drug complexes by X-ray crystallography, fluorescence microscopy and nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy. 

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Biophysics (PhD)

The Biophysics Graduate Program features two primary areas of research: Magnetic Resonance Imaging and Molecular Biophysics.

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Biostatistics (PhD)

Offers a PhD degree program designed for students with strong undergraduate preparation in mathematics and trains students in biostatistical methodology, theory, and practice. 

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Biomedical Engineering (PhD)

The Biomedical Engineering Doctorate of Philosophy degree program will allow you to continue your demonstrated dedication to the field through pursuing specialized education and research in one of the following areas: Biomedical Imaging, Rehabilitation Bioengineering, Bioinstrumentation, Computational Biology and Bioinformatics, Biomechanics, and Cell & Molecular Engineering.

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Cell and Developmental Biology (PhD)

The Cell & Developmental Biology PhD program at MCW is defined by its research strengths in cellular and molecular mechanisms of organ development, stem cell biology and its impact on regenerative medicine and neuroscience. 

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Doctor of Public Health (DrPH) Program

The accredited, online DrPH program consists of 46 credits including 10 dissertation credits. The curriculum is delivered using a combination of synchronous and asynchronous learning opportunities including three summer visits to campus.

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Interdisciplinary Doctoral Program in Biomedical Sciences

Is committed to preparing graduate students for research careers through an integrated approach to cutting-edge scientific problems.

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Pharmacology & Toxicology (PhD)

The Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology doctoral program provides diverse research opportunities in the areas of cardiovascular, cancer, and neuro sciences.

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Microbiology & Immunology (PhD)

MCW’s Microbiology, Immunology & Molecular Genetics PhD program features leading researchers in fields of study such as microbial genetics, immunology, bacteriology and virology. 

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Neuroscience Doctoral Program

The Neuroscience Doctoral Program (NDP) is an exciting, rigorous and innovative PhD research program that provides highly motivated students from around the world with first-class training in Neuroscience Research.

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Physiology (PhD)

MCW’s Graduate Program in Physiology is ideal if you wish to train to become an integrative physiologist who can conduct whole animal research and teach systems physiology required for educating health professionals.

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Public & Community Health (PhD)

The Public & Community Health PhD program at MCW, the first of its kind in Wisconsin, provides you with advanced public health training that creates opportunities for original, independent research that focuses on relevant public health issues

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