PhD Programs


The PhD programs at Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine provide rigorous training towards a PhD degree by integrating the foundations of interdisciplinary biomedical research with professional development training.

PhD in Biomedical Sciences (PiBS) program

The Program in Biomedical Sciences (PiBS) is our largest PhD program and provides rigorous training towards a PhD degree by integrating the foundations of interdisciplinary biomedical research with focused investigation and preparation for career advancement.

Departments & Programs within PiBS:

Biochemistry & Cell BiologyBiophysicsGenetics & Genomics - Virology, Immunology & MicrobiologyMolecular & Translational MedicineNutrition & MetabolismOrofacial and Skeletal BiologyPathologyPhysiology

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