Program Overview

School of Medicine Molecular and Medical Genetics

The School of Medicine at Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) offers a program in Molecular and Medical Genetics. This program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the principles of medical genetics and genomics.

Program Overview

The program in Molecular and Medical Genetics at OHSU is interdisciplinary, combining basic science and clinical approaches to understand the genetic basis of human disease. The program aims to cultivate interactions between basic scientists and clinical researchers, providing a unique environment for students to explore the complexities of medical genetics.

Research Areas

The program focuses on various research areas, including:

• Genetics and genomics
• Epigenetics
• Rare disease genetics
• Genome technologies
• Computational biology
• Stem cell and developmental biology
• Cancer genetics
• Gene therapy

Genome Science Seminar Series

The Genome Science Seminar Series is a key component of the program, providing a platform for faculty and trainees to discuss the latest advances in genetic research. The series features seminars on a range of topics, including:

• Emerging strategies to delay or circumvent ovarian aging
• Turning the Oxygen and Vitamin Dials
• Micronuclei Fate and the cGAS-STING Pathway
• From Memory to Motion: How Transcriptional Circuits Shape Cancer Memory and Plasticity
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Seminar Schedule

The seminar series takes place on Mondays from September to June, from 12-1 pm. The schedule includes seminars from various experts in the field, including faculty members from OHSU and other institutions.

Past Seminar Schedules

Past seminar schedules are available for the following years:

• 2025-2026
• 2024-2025
• 2023-2024
• 2022-2023
• 2021-2022
• 2020-2021

About OHSU

Oregon Health & Science University is dedicated to improving the health and quality of life for all Oregonians through excellence, innovation, and leadership in healthcare, education, and research. OHSU is an equal opportunity affirmative action institution.