Program Overview

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UTHealth - Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences

The Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences at UTHealth Houston is a prestigious institution that offers a range of programs for students pursuing careers in biomedical sciences.

About the GSBS

The GSBS is administered by MD Anderson and UTHealth Houston, and is located in the Texas Medical Center, the world's largest medical center. Both MD Anderson and UTHealth Houston are accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). The GSBS has over 600 faculty members with expertise in the latest biomedical research.

Quick Facts

• Administered by MD Anderson and UTHealth Houston
• Located in the Texas Medical Center (TMC), the world's largest medical center
• Both MD Anderson and UTHealth Houston are accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
• Over 600 faculty members with expertise in the latest biomedical research

MS Programs

The GSBS offers several MS programs, including:

• Thesis-Based MS Programs
• Specialized MS Programs in:
  • Genetic Counseling
  • Medical Physics
• Individualized MS Program in Biomedical Sciences

PhD Programs

The GSBS offers PhD programs in:

• Cancer Biology
• Genetics & Epigenetics
• Immunology
• Medical Physics
• Microbiology & Infectious Diseases
• Molecular & Translational Biology
• Neuroscience
• Quantitative Sciences
• Therapeutics & Pharmacology

MD/PhD Program

The GSBS also offers an MD/PhD program, which provides students with the opportunity to earn both an MD and a PhD degree.

Participating Institutions/Entities

The MD/PhD program is a collaboration between several institutions, including:

• MD Anderson Cancer Center UTHealth Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences
• McGovern Medical School
• MD Anderson Cancer Center
• Center for Clinical Translational Sciences

Admissions

The admissions process for the GSBS involves several steps, including:

• Admissions Overview
• FAQ
• Requirements & Instructions
• Financial Assistance
• Recruitment Schedule

Admission FAQs

• What factors are considered in admissions decisions?
• What is the minimum GPA required to apply?
• Do you require interviews?
• When will I be notified regarding interviews?
• What are the application deadlines?
• What if my recommender does not have an institutional letterhead or an institutional email address?
• How can I get an assistantship?
• How can I get an assistantship if I am seeking a MS degree?

Research

The GSBS offers several research opportunities, including:

• Research Interests
• Faculty Seeking PhD Students
• Faculty Seeking MS Students
• Summer Undergraduate Research Programs

Research Interests

The GSBS has several research interests, including:

• Biochemistry
• Bioinformatics
• Cancer Biology
• Cell Biology
• Developmental Biology
• Epigenetics
• Genetics
• Immunology
• Infectious Diseases
• Medical Physics
• Microbiology
• Neuroscience
• Pharmacology
• Therapeutics
• Translational Research

Student Life

The GSBS offers several resources for student life, including:

• Discover Houston
• Explore Campus
• Career Development
• Parking, Transportation, Disability, Worklife, More
• Student Support

Student Organizations

The GSBS has several student organizations, including:

• Graduate Student Association
• Association of Minority Biomedical Researchers
• Association of Science Communication
• Community Outreach
• First Generation Student Group
• International Student Association
• LGBTQ+ Student Alliance
• Student InterCouncil

CCTS T32 Program

The CCTS T32 program is a training program that provides support for predoctoral and postdoctoral trainees in clinical and translational sciences.

CCTS T32 Overview

The CCTS T32 program is funded by the National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences (NCATS) and is designed to create a definable home for clinical and translational research.

Training Curriculum

The CCTS T32 program provides a competency-based curriculum that includes:

• Core Competencies in Translational Research
• Clinical & Community Engagement
• Translational Science Seminar Series
• Training Plan Agreement

Trainee Eligibility

The CCTS T32 program is open to PhD students and postdoctoral scholars who meet certain eligibility criteria, including:

• PhD students in their 2nd or 3rd year of study
• Postdoctoral scholars with 0-2 years of postdoctoral training
• US citizens or permanent residents

Applications

The application process for the CCTS T32 program involves several steps, including:

• Submission of a cover form
• Trainee biosketch
• Mentor biosketch
• Co-mentor biosketch (if applicable)
• Clinical mentor biosketch
• Career goals and training plan
• Research proposal

Review Criteria

Applications are reviewed based on several criteria, including:

• Scientific merit of the proposal
• Student's accomplishments
• Mentor's accomplishments and ability to support the student's clinical/translational research
• Presence or potential for clinical and basic science collaborations

CCTS T32 Policies

The CCTS T32 program has several policies, including:

• Publication policy
• Travel policy

Publication Policy

The CCTS T32 program requires that all publications resulting from research supported by the program include an acknowledgment of NIH award support and a disclaimer.

Travel Policy

The CCTS T32 program provides modest travel funds for trainees to attend scientific meetings and present their research. Trainees are also encouraged to attend the National T32 Predoctoral Meeting.