Even more important than formal course work is the opportunity to do significant research in genetics. Research interests of the participating faculty include virtually all areas of genetics, ranging from bacteriophage genetics to human medical genetics. In each area of genetics, there is a group of faculty members who have closely related interests.
The University is also strong in several related disciplines, including microbial physiology, enzymology, virology, protein biochemistry, computational genetics, and developmental and cell biology, all of which contribute significantly to the overall training program.
A combination of core and elective courses together with hands-on laboratory experience provide a strong base for Ph.D. thesis research.
Applications to the Genetics Ph.D. program are submitted via the Biosciences Centralized Application System. This electronic application system transmits your file directly to the Genetics Ph.D. Program Admission Committee for evaluation.
There is no charge for this application.
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Prospective students should have a strong undergraduate science background and a strong commitment to research in genetics. Previous coursework should include general genetics, biochemistry, organic chemistry, introductory physics and mathematics. However, deficiencies can be made up during the first year as a graduate student.
For best consideration, please submit completed applications by January 15th.
Applications received after January 15th will be considered on a rolling basis.
All genetics graduate students receive a financial stipend of $23,500(academic year 2009-2010) plus tuition. Financial support comes from training grants, research assistantships, teaching assistantships, scholarships, individual research grants, or other departmental or college funds. All students are required to do some teaching as part of their development as future scientists and faculty members.
A combination of core and elective courses together with hands-on laboratory experience provide a strong base for Ph.D. thesis research. A newly established Computational Genetics Subtrack brings state-of-the-art computer technology to the study of modern Genetics.
All students have an opportunity to teach in small group and classroom settings. Workshops promote communication and presentation skills.
All qualified applications will receive tuition scholarships plus a yearly stipend either as National Institutes of Health trainees or as research assistants. All students are required to do some teaching as part of their training.
Areas of emphasis include Computational Genetics, Developmental Genetics, Gene Expression, Human Genetics, Molecular and Biochemical Genetics and Evolutionary Genetics.
Forty five faculty members are members of the Genetics Ph.D. mentor group. Their interests represent all areas of modern Genetics research.
Approximately forty graduate students pursuing Ph.D. training. An active seminar and workshop program, annual retreats and social functions unite the students into a collegial group.
The University of Iowa provides modern laboratory, classroom and seminar facilities on a 100% internet wired campus.