Overview

Key facts:

The scientific focus in this Biomedical Sciences - Cancer Biology program at the University of Miami is broadly cancer research with an emphasis on fundamental cellular processes, their deregulation in cancer, the identification of novel diagnostics and therapeutic targets.
In addition to training in technical aspects, the curriculum places a strong emphasis on scientific reasoning as the most important and portable aspect of Ph.D. training.
The cross-disciplinary training includes novel concepts and state-of-the-art techniques of molecular biology, biochemistry, genetics, genomics, proteomics, structural biology, cell biology, pharmacology, and molecular medicine. This training is integrated into the extensive clinical and translational research programs of the Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center (SCCC).
Research in cancer biology stands out by the scale and rate at which basic science translates into tangible changes in the treatment of patients. At the same time, information flows back rapidly from the clinic to direct the next frontier in basic science and innovation.

Programme Structure

Key areas of research:

Cancer Metabolism
Cancer Stem Cells
Cancer Epidemiology & Prevention
Epigenetics of Cancer
Molecular Cancer Therapeutics
Tumor Immunology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-12-01 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Biomedical Science Biochemistry Genetics View 73 other PhDs in Genetics in United States

Academic requirements

GPA

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3.5 _(analytical)

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants to biomedical programs should have a bachelor degree in a biological or related discipline (e.g., psychology, chemistry, engineering, physics)
Excellent academic record
Competitive GRE exam scores
Research experience in a laboratory setting
Publications of abstract and / or papers
Co-authorship in a peer-reviewed journal is recommended
Strong letters of recommendation from research scientists who know the candidate well
Motivation to pursue state-of-the-art biomedical research
Online Application
Application Fee
Official Academic Transcripts
English Proficiency Exam (non-native speakers)
Statement of Purpose
Resume / CV

Tuition Fee

Living costs for Miami

1508 - 2603 USD /month

Living costs

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

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Scholarships Information

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