Molecular Physiology and Biological Physics

Degree Requirements

An accelerated Ph.D. program is also offered for candidates with an M.D. degree.

Note: Emphasis is placed on flexibility in the program. All programs are tailored to the needs and desires of the individual student.

Candidates for the Doctor of Philosophy degree are required to complete an approved program of courses selected from the following:

Course Descriptions

• PHY 506 - Molecular Physiology: From Molecular Machines to Biological Information Processing Credits: 4
• PHY 704 - General Physiology Credits: 8
• PHY 810 - Macromolecular Structure Determination Credits: 3
• PHY 813 - Structure and Function of Biological Membranes Credits: 3
• PHY 852 - Vascular Biology Credits: 3
• PHY 862 - Neurophysiology Credits: 4
• PHY 892 - Directed Readings in Physiology Credits: 1 to 3
• PHY 897 - Non-Topical Research, Preparation for Research Credits: 3 to 12
• PHY 898 - Non-Topical Research Credits: 3 to 12
• PHY 995 - Research Credits: 3 to 12
• PHY 996 - Research Credits: 3 to 12
• PHY 997 - Non-Topical Research, Preparation for Doctoral Research Credits: 3 to 12
• PHY 999 - Non-Topical Research Credits: 3 to 12