Biomedical Sciences – Pharmacology

The Biomedical Sciences – Pharmacology degree from Kent State University provides substantial opportunity for students to conduct research in molecular targeting, drug design and drug delivery in developing new approaches to treat disease.

Overview

The multidisciplinary Biomedical Sciences – Pharmacology degree from Kent State University enrolls a select group of graduate students interested in research-based careers in pharmacology and provides a balance of classroom and laboratory work involving faculty at Kent State University and Northeast Ohio Medical University (NEOMED). Strong research foci exist in the areas of cardiovascular and metabolic diseases, neurodegenerative and blood brain barrier pharmacology. Interdisciplinary approaches to research and theoretical problems are strongly emphasized.

The Ph.D. degree in Biomedical Sciences–Pharmacology is offered in consortium with Cleveland Clinic and  Northeast Ohio Medical University.

Learning Outcomes

Graduates of this program will be able to:

• Publish their research in peer-reviewed journals

• Demonstrate the ability to teach undergraduate students

• Seek employment in fields that reflect their area of training

Program Structure

Courses include:

• Laboratory Techniques in Biomedical Sciences

• Cellular and Molecular Signaling

• Molecular Pharmacology

• Pharmacology Journal Review

• Responsible Conduct of Research

• Biomedical Sciences

• Bioanthropological Data Analysis

• Biological Statistics

Admission requirements