PhD Programs

The Coordinated Doctoral Programs in Biomedical Sciences

Our programs offer unparalleled opportunities to pursue cutting-edge research across a wide range of domains. For those of you who are undecided about which program best suits your scientific interests, then we recommend that you apply to the "Cell and Molecular Biology" Umbrella program which has faculty mentors across all programs.

Biochemistry, Molecular Biophysics, and Structural Biology

Biochemistry, Molecular Biophysics, and Structural Biology Track in the Coordinated Doctoral Programs

Biomedical Informatics

Students in the Biomedical Informatics Program learn the technical, theoretical, and practical lessons they will need to change medicine for the better.

Cancer Biology

The Cancer Biology Program covers cancer genetics, stem cells, tumor microenvironment, immunology, and more. It also fosters interdisciplinary cancer-focused education and research.

Cell and Molecular Biology Umbrella

The Cell and Molecular Biology program offers a solid foundation in biochemistry, cell biology, and genetics, with diverse research opportunities.

Cellular and Molecular Physiology & Biophysics

The Cellular and Molecular Physiology & Biophysics Program provides fundamental training in physiology, cellular and molecular biology, and biophysics.

Genetics and Development

The Genetics and Development Program provides a broad, solid education in genetics and animal development, with rigorous training in critical thinking and experimental design.

Microbiology and Immunology

The Microbiology and Immunology Program offers extensive research in core microbiological principles, along with multiple aspects of research in immunology.

Molecular Pharmacology and Therapeutics

The Molecular Pharmacology and Therapeutics Program aims to integrate both new and traditional areas of Pharmacology, and to provide a broad overview of this dynamic and important field of biology.

Neurobiology and Behavior

The Neurobiology and Behavior Program offers a diverse set of research and academic experiences that reflect the interdisciplinary nature of neuroscience.

Nutritional and Metabolic Biology

The Doctoral Program in Nutrition and Metabolic Biology helps students become independent scientists through rigorous training in the fundamentals of nutritional and metabolic biology.

Pathobiology and Mechanisms of Disease

The Pathobiology and Molecular Medicine Program provides a graduate-level biology background and examines basic science, clinical, and social implications of a number of diseases in great detail.

Stem Cell Biology

The Stem Cell Biology Program offers courses in stem cell biology and related fields, with research opportunities in Columbia's Stem Cell Initiative.

Systems Biology

The Systems Biology program integrates math and computation to study biology and disease. Students take courses in computer science, statistics, and computational biology.