Overview

The mission of the Biomedical Sciences programme from the University of Padua is to train top-level individuals able to combine the understanding of biological processes with the application of advanced experimental techniques.

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Our group of 42 Faculty belongs to the Department of Biomedical Sciences, one of the top-rated Departments in the Country. With 4 Group Leaders ranking within the top 66 Italian Scientists with H indexes above 76, 1 Member of the US National Academy of Sciences and a score of emerging young Faculty we are a group of excellence that compares favorably with the best Institutions worldwide.

The School is hosted by the Vallisneri Interdepartmental Complex, a lively environment that is also home to the Departments of Biology and of Molecular Medicine.

The scientific community is extremely lively, with a large offer of Seminars and joint programs that include Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Neuroscience, Bioinformatics, Structural Biology, Mitochondrial Science, Muscle and Heart Pathophysiology, Exercise Physiology, Electrophysiology, Signal Transduction, Redox Balance, Tissue Engineering and Nanoparticles.

Programme Structure

Research topics include:

Cell Ca2+ signalling: pathways, regulation and tools

Refreshing memories of metabolic pathways

Pathophysiology of mitochondria: From energy conservation to disease pathogenesis and therapy

A journey with the cytotoxic lymphocytes

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-30 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-05-13 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

80

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Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Biomedical Science View 4 other PhDs in Biomedical Science in Italy

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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80

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Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

Anyone in possession of the following, regardless of nationality, may apply to take part in the selection process:

diploma di laurea (pre-reform regime);
laurea specialistica/magistrale (post-reform regime);
Second-level academic qualifications awarded by AFAM (Higher Education in Art and Music) institutions.
Evaluation criteria: qualifications (40 points) and oral examination (60 points)

Tuition Fee

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International

2900 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 2900 EUR per year during 36 months.
EU/EEA

2900 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 2900 EUR per year during 36 months.

Living costs for Padua

750 - 1100 EUR /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.