Location:

Detroit, United States

Program Type:

Full Degree

Degree Level:

Doctorate

Specialty:

Cell & Molecular Biology

Program Overview

Program Description:

The Department of Anatomy and Cell Biology offers training for investigation of biological and biomedical problems using molecular, cellular, and morphological approaches. Faculty members are active in a diversity of research areas, including cell and developmental biology, neuroanatomy and neurophysiology, vision research, reproductive and evolutionary biology, immunology, and endocrinology. Study for the Ph.D. degree includes thesis research in the laboratory of a faculty member and can generally be completed in four to five years. A combined M.D./Ph.D. program in anatomy and cell biology normally requires six years. A limited number of students are admitted to a research plan M.S. degree program, completion of which typically requires two years.

Additional Program Information

Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission