Ph.D. in Chemical Biology

Some of the most exciting opportunities for research in the biomedical sciences are found at the intersection of the traditional scientific disciplines.

The objective of chemical biology is to furnish chemical instruments for investigating the mechanisms and pathways of biological processes, with the aim of utilizing these tools to modify such processes for the betterment of health. The development and use of these chemical tools will contribute to a deeper understanding of biology, which can lead to new therapeutic strategies for the treatment of disease.

Chemical biology thus presents a framework for the modern approach to studying the complexities of biological processes. It is already a leading focal point for research in the 21st century, integrating concepts and information from the molecular to the cellular level.

This interdisciplinary degree program has participants from the Departments of Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Medicinal Chemistry and Pharmacology within the College of Humanities and Sciences, School of Medicine and School of Pharmacy. This program is run and housed in the Department of Chemistry.

We offer four areas of concentration for completing the Ph.D. in Chemical Biology:

• Chemical Biology
• Biology
• Biology of Cancer
• Bioorganic Chemistry

Application Overview

Applicants must meet all requirements listed by the School of Graduate Studies and College of Humanities and Sciences, in addition to those from the Department of Chemistry listed on the Admissions page. 

Students need to apply by March 15 to be considered for the fall semester and October 15 to be considered for the spring semester. Applicants are considered until all positions are filled.