Training future scientists in cell and molecular biology and genetics

Training Program in Cellular and Molecular Biology and Genetics

NIH-funded research Albert Einstein College of Medicine · NIH-10879078

This program is designed for graduate students who want to earn their PhD in Cell & Molecular Biology and Genetics, helping them learn about the science behind diseases so they can contribute to better ways to diagnose, treat, and prevent them.

Quick facts

Grant typeTraining grant
Study typeNIH-funded research
Funding institutionAlbert Einstein College of Medicine NIH-funded
Lab location1 site (Bronx, United States)
Project IDNIH-10879078 on NIH RePORTER

What this research studies

This program trains graduate students to earn their PhD in Cell & Molecular Biology and Genetics, focusing on understanding biological processes that can lead to advancements in disease diagnosis, treatment, and prevention. The program involves a collaborative effort from 54 faculty members across 8 departments, providing students with a rigorous scientific background and hands-on experimental training. Students will engage in significant research projects and develop their PhD theses, preparing them to become independent scientists in the biomedical field.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation would be graduate students interested in pursuing a PhD in the fields of cell and molecular biology and genetics.

Not a fit: Patients who are not pursuing a graduate education in these fields will not benefit from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding and treatment of various diseases through advancements in cellular and molecular biology.

How similar studies have performed: Similar training programs have successfully produced a significant number of graduates who have gone on to impactful careers in science, indicating a proven model for success.

Where this research is happening

Bronx, United States

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.
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