Basic Sciences Department

Anatomy & Neurobiology

Anatomy & Neurobiology is a highly collaborative department in which cutting-edge research methods are used to characterize the structure and function of the cerebral cortex in health and disease and across the lifespan. We are also widely recognized for excellence in teaching, neuroscience, anatomy, biomedical imaging, and forensic sciences in the graduate and medical school setting.

Phone: 617-358-2200

Fax: 617-358-2315

Email: ancamed@bu.edu

Department Chair: Tarik Haydar, PhD

Biochemistry and Cell Biology

The Department of Biochemistry & Cell Biology recently added “Cell Biology” to our name to better reflect our research interests and expertise. We continue to use the latest technologies and experimental systems to address the molecular, cellular, and genetic mechanisms of biological processes, including many that relate to human disease.

Phone: 617-358-4280

Fax: 617-358-4353

Email: biocb@bu.edu

Department Chair: David A. Harris MD, PhD

Virology, Immunology & Microbiology

The Department of Virology, Immunology & Microbiology is a diverse and supportive community that blends cutting edge research of human pathogens and host responses with high quality education and training.

Phone: 617-358-7671

Email: kfurness@bu.edu

Department Chair: Rachel Fearns, PhD

Pathology & Laboratory Medicine

The Department of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine focuses particularly on the biology, and immunology of cancer, and on neurologic disorders. It offers multiple research and training opportunities in experimental and applied pathology, and has a diverse faculty composed of core and joint members.

Phone: 617-358-2273

Email: tmellott@bu.edu

Department Chair: Chris Andry, MPhil, PhD

Pharmacology, Physiology & Biophysics

The Department of Pharmacology, Physiology & Biophysics‘ mission is to conduct cutting-edge research that is both basic and translational, pushing the boundaries of discovery into uncharted areas that have current and future relevance to improving human health and advance the development of novel therapeutics.

Phone: 617-358-8445

Email: ppbcamed@bu.edu

Department Chair: Venetia Zachariou, PhD