Program Overview

Genetics And Molecular Biology

Program Overview

The Genetics And Molecular Biology program is a Dottorato (PhD) course with the ID 11035, offered during the academic year 2025/2026. The program has 5 available positions and 2 grant numbers. There are 0 scholarships financed by institutions and 2 scholarships financed by consortiums.

Educational Goals

The program aims to create specialists capable of operating with scientific originality and methodological competence in the most modern and advanced sectors of genetic-molecular research. The educational objectives are to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to work in the field of genetics and molecular biology, both in basic and applied research, within universities, research institutions, biomedical research institutes, and industry.

Program Structure

The course is structured over three years, during which PhD students attend general and monographic lessons, specialist seminars, and group discussions with high-profile Italian or foreign teachers. Students also participate in practical laboratory courses and soft skills courses to build social and communication skills. The knowledge of the English language is required for all activities involving the PhD student.

Department and School

The program is offered by the Department of Biologia e biotecnologie "Charles Darwin" and the School of Scuola di dottorato in Biologia e Medicina molecolare. The coordinator of the program is Isabella Saggio, and the staff includes Paolo Valenti.

Research Areas

The program focuses on the study of genetics and molecular biology, including the characterization of entire genomes and their corresponding profiles of RNA expression and proteins. The program also covers the use of sophisticated genetic analysis methodologies, advanced techniques of genetic engineering and reverse genetics, and biochemical characterization of biological macromolecules. The program has a strong emphasis on the use of "CRISPR Cas9" genomic editing systems, which have revolutionized biomedical research.

Evaluation and Assessment

The program includes an oral exam and evaluation of qualifications. The exam is scheduled to take place on July 21, 2025, at 09:30 in the Sala lettura, Edificio di Genetica CU022, 2° piano, P.le Aldo Moro 5, 00185 Roma.

Additional Information

The program has a strong focus on internationalization, with opportunities for cultural exchanges with foreign laboratories and participation in international meetings. The program also provides students with the opportunity to develop their social and communication skills through soft skills courses.