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Program Overview

The Doctorado en Ciencias Biomédicas (Doctorate in Biomedical Sciences) is a postgraduate program offered by the Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM). The program aims to form scientists in biomedicine capable of conducting original and cutting-edge research in various fields of knowledge.

Program Objectives

The main objective of the Doctorado en Ciencias Biomédicas is to provide students with a comprehensive education in biomedical sciences, enabling them to conduct independent research and contribute to the advancement of knowledge in their field.

Admission Requirements

To be eligible for admission, applicants must:

• Have a strong vocation for scientific research
• Be able to clearly and coherently formulate research questions
• Demonstrate an understanding of research strategies
• Have full-time availability

Program Structure

The program consists of a series of courses and research activities designed to provide students with a deep understanding of biomedical sciences. The program is divided into several areas of knowledge, including:

• Biología Celular (Cell Biology)
• Biología del Desarrollo (Developmental Biology)
• Biología Molecular (Molecular Biology)
• Bioquímica, Biofísica y Biología Estructural (Biochemistry, Biophysics, and Structural Biology)
• Ecología y Biología Evolutiva (Ecology and Evolutionary Biology)
• Farmacología, Toxicología y Salud Ambiental (Pharmacology, Toxicology, and Environmental Health)
• Fisiología (Physiology)
• Genética, Genómica y Bioinformática (Genetics, Genomics, and Bioinformatics)
• Inmunología y Enfermedades Infecciosas (Immunology and Infectious Diseases)
• Microbiología (Microbiology)
• Neurociencias y Neurobiología (Neurosciences and Neurobiology)

Research Areas

The program covers a wide range of research areas, including:

• Biología Celular
• Biología del Desarrollo
• Biología Molecular
• Bioquímica, Biofísica y Biología Estructural
• Ecología y Biología Evolutiva
• Farmacología, Toxicología y Salud Ambiental
• Fisiología
• Genética, Genómica y Bioinformática
• Inmunología y Enfermedades Infecciosas
• Microbiología
• Neurociencias y Neurobiología

Participating Entities

The program is offered in collaboration with several entities, including:

• Facultad de Medicina (Faculty of Medicine)
• Facultad de Estudios Superiores Iztacala (Iztacala Higher Education Faculty)
• Instituto de Ecología (Institute of Ecology)
• Instituto de Fisiología Celular (Institute of Cellular Physiology)
• Instituto de Investigaciones Biomédicas (Institute of Biomedical Research)
• Instituto de Neurobiología (Institute of Neurobiology)
• Instituto de Química (Institute of Chemistry)
• Instituto de Biotecnología (Institute of Biotechnology)
• Centro de Ciencias Genómicas (Genomic Sciences Center)

Degree Awarded

The program awards the degree of Doctor en Ciencias Biomédicas (Doctor in Biomedical Sciences).

Duration

The program lasts for 8 semesters.

Profile of Graduates

Graduates of the program will be able to:

• Conduct original and independent research
• Lead research projects and form solid research groups
• Communicate research results and interpretations in oral and written form
• Form human resources at the pre- and postgraduate levels
• Work in various fields, including education, health, and industry

Admission Process

The admission process consists of the following steps:

1. Publication of the call for applications
2. Online registration
3. Evaluations
4. Results
5. Enrollment
6. Start date

Introduction

The Doctorado en Ciencias Biomédicas is a postgraduate program that offers a comprehensive education in biomedical sciences. The program is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to conduct independent research and contribute to the advancement of knowledge in their field.