Program Overview

Introduction to the PhD Program in Molecular Physiology and Translational Medicine

The PhD Program in Molecular Physiology and Translational Medicine (MPTM) employs a multidisciplinary approach to train students in the rigors of experimental biomedical sciences and to prepare them for independent research careers, with major foci in blood, cardiovascular, and pulmonary physiology.

Program Overview

• The program is designed to train the next generation of scientific leaders in research reflecting the most pressing clinical problems worldwide.
• It merges mechanistic studies in cell and molecular biology with cell, tissue, organ, and system physiology and pathophysiology.
• The main themes of the program are in blood, cardiovascular, and pulmonary physiology.

At a Glance

• College: College of Life Sciences
• Degree: Doctor of Philosophy
• Campus: Center City
• Format: On Campus
• Duration: 4 - 5 Years
• Starting Term: Fall
• Enrollment Options: Full Time

Curriculum and Research

• The program trains students in holistic approaches to biomedical research, preparing students for careers across the spectrum of the cutting-edge world of biomedical and translational research.
• Research programs include faculty from across many academic departments, divisions, and research centers, whose interests encompass a broad array of basic and translational topics and model systems.
• The curriculum includes cellular and molecular physiology, and normal and pathophysiology of the cardiovascular, pulmonary, and gastrointestinal systems.

Additional Program Offerings

• Master's Programs
• MD/PhD Program
• Postbaccalaureate Pre-Professional Program (P4)
• Graduate Certificate Programs

Program Details

Program Director

The program is led by a director who oversees the academic and research aspects of the program.

Program Coordinator

A program coordinator is available to provide administrative support and guidance to students.

Research Areas

The program focuses on several key research areas, including:

• Blood physiology
• Cardiovascular physiology
• Pulmonary physiology
• Translational medicine

Note for Applicants

Applicants with an interest in neurophysiology should refer to the PhD program in Neuroscience.