Program Overview
This Ph.D. program in Pathology focuses on disease pathogenesis and diagnostic techniques, emphasizing cellular and molecular biology, biochemistry, and immunology. Students conduct supervised research and take courses in journal club, research rotation, and dissertation research. The program prepares students for careers as research scientists in human disease pathogenesis.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The program focuses on comprehending disease pathogenesis and diagnostic techniques. It emphasizes cellular and molecular biology, biochemistry, and immunology principles. Research interests include cancer, inflammatory and cardiovascular diseases, and stem cell research. The program offers flexibility in coursework catering to students' interests. The program's hallmark is research training, preparing students for careers as research scientists in human disease pathogenesis.
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Specific Program Requirements:
- Entry: Students can enter the Ph.D. program through the Integrated Ph.D. Program (IPP), with advanced standing after completing an NYMC Master's program, or through the dual-degree M.D./Ph.D. program.
- Coursework: Students participate in laboratory research each semester and take courses such as:
- Journal Club (PATM 8010)
- Research rotation (BMSM 9110 or PATM 9110)
- Pre-dissertation research training (PATM 9200)
- Doctoral dissertation research (PATM 9900)
- Research: Students conduct supervised independent research for their doctoral dissertation. Research laboratories are available within the Department of Pathology and the College's Cancer Research Institute.