This interdisciplinary program leads to the Doctor of Philosophy degree in biomedical sciences. It recognizes the interrelatedness of the various traditional disciplines and seeks to educate scientists who are qualified to develop this potential. Classroom and laboratory instruction stresses experiences that span a broad spectrum of knowledge.
The program provides an integrated background in biological, physical, chemical, and computational disciplines in addition to in-depth training in a specific area of biomedical research. Graduates are expected to be sufficiently flexible to participate in solving a broad range of complex biomedical problems.
The primary aim of the program is to prepare students for a research career. In-depth study is possible in a number of areas.
NEUROSCIENCE AND PHYSIOLOGY
This Area of Concentration comprises two areas of research strengths that are grouped to take advantage of an innovative synergy. Research and training in neurobiology is intensifying at Wright State University, just as it is in the international scientific community. Laboratories are actively investigating wide-ranging topics in cellular (e.g., synaptic and circuit formation and function) and behavioral neurobiology (e.g., stress endocrinology), using cutting-edge technology from molecular biology, imaging, and electrophysiology. Studies have important relevance to advances in neurodegeneration, activity dependence of synapses, plasticity and development of spinal cord, etc.
MOLECULAR GENETICS AND CELL BIOLOGY
Opportunities for research training in the Molecular Genetics and Cell Biology Area of Concentration extend across the molecular, cellular, intercellular, and organism levels of biology.
STRUCTURAL AND QUANTITATIVE BIOLOGY
Concentration in Structural and Quantitative Biology represents the best of traditional research training in areas such as biochemistry, biophysics, molecular biology, computer science, engineering, and physiology, interfaced with the emerging disciplines at the forefront of the biomedical sciences, such as computational and theoretical biology, cellular dynamics and engineering, structural biology, and biomedical imaging.
INTEGRATIVE BIOLOGY AND TOXICOLOGY
A degree in Biomedical Sciences with a concentration in Integrative Biology and Toxicology would provide an individual with scientific skills that are related to understanding and investigating integrated biological systems. This Area of Concentration prepares individuals for research careers in medical, academic, and industrial environments.
EDUCATION RESEARCH
A degree in Biomedical Sciences with a concentration in Education Research would provide an individual with pedagogical grounding for faculty positions in academia that require teaching and enhance the research mission for qualified faculty, notably in the College of Science and Mathematics. This Area of Concentration prepares individuals for rewarding careers in the growing field of biomedical science education.
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September 2025
College of Science and Mathematics
134 Oelman Hall,
DAYTON,
Ohio,
45435, United States
Applicants should have:
Application deadline is March 1st
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
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