Program Overview

---

Cell & Molecular Biology Program

The Cell & Molecular Biology program offers various degree options, including MS and PhD degrees. The program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of cell and molecular biology, as well as the skills and knowledge necessary to pursue a career in research or academia.

MS Degree Requirements

The MS degree requires 30 credits, with 12 credits at the 500 level or above in regular coursework. The program can be completed in four semesters, but it may be possible to complete the requirements in fewer semesters.

Suggested First Semester Courses for MS Degree

• BC 563: Molecular Genetics (4 credits)
• CM 510: Introduction to Cell & Molecular Biology (1 credit)
• CM 595: Independent Study credits to fill schedule (variable credits)
• MIP 611: Advanced Microbiological Research Methods (4 credits)

Suggested Second Semester Courses for MS Degree

• BC 565: Molecular Regulation of Cell Function (4 credits)
• CM 595: Independent Study credits to fill schedule (1-3 credits)
• CM 792: Cell and Molecular Biology Seminar (1 credit)
• CM 793: Graduate Seminar (1 credit)
• Ethics Elective (1-3 credits)

Suggested Third Semester Courses for MS Degree

• CM 699: Thesis (for Plan A) (1-4 credits)
• CM 792: Cell and Molecular Biology Seminar (1 credit)
• GRAD 550: STEM Communication (1 credit)
• Electives (variable credits)

Suggested Fourth Semester Courses (if needed) for MS Degree

• CM 699: Thesis (for Plan A) (1-4 credits)
• CM 793: Graduate Seminar (1 credit)
• Electives (variable credits)

PhD Curriculum

The PhD curriculum is designed to provide students with advanced training in cell and molecular biology, as well as the skills and knowledge necessary to pursue a career in research or academia.

Cancer Biology Curriculum

The Cancer Biology curriculum is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of cancer biology, as well as the skills and knowledge necessary to pursue a career in research or academia.

Cell and Molecular Biology Courses

The program offers a variety of courses in cell and molecular biology, including:

• CM 510: Introduction to Cell & Molecular Biology
• CM 792: Cell and Molecular Biology Seminar
• CM 793: Graduate Seminar
• CM 699: Thesis (for Plan A)

Electives for Cell and Molecular Biology Graduate Program

The program offers a variety of electives, including:

• BC 563: Molecular Genetics
• BC 565: Molecular Regulation of Cell Function
• MIP 611: Advanced Microbiological Research Methods
• GRAD 550: STEM Communication

Microbiome Science and Engineering (Certificate) Curriculum

The Microbiome Science and Engineering certificate program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of microbiome science and engineering, as well as the skills and knowledge necessary to pursue a career in research or academia.

Data Analysis (Certificate) Curriculum

The Data Analysis certificate program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of data analysis, as well as the skills and knowledge necessary to pursue a career in research or academia.

Quantitative Cell & Molecular Biology (qCMB)

The Quantitative Cell & Molecular Biology (qCMB) program is designed to provide students with advanced training in quantitative cell and molecular biology, as well as the skills and knowledge necessary to pursue a career in research or academia.

Colleges

The program is affiliated with the following colleges:

• Agricultural Sciences
• Business
• Walter Scott, Jr. College of Engineering
• Health and Human Sciences
• Liberal Arts
• Warner College of Natural Resources
• Natural Sciences
• Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences

Schools & Programs

The program is affiliated with the following schools and programs:

• Graduate School
• International Programs
• Online Degrees and Courses
• School of Materials Science and Engineering
• School of Music, Theatre and Dance
• School of Biomedical Engineering
• School of Education
• School of Global Environmental Sustainability
• School of Social Work
• School of Public Health