Pharmacology Graduate Program
The following information provides a brief description of the Pharmacology graduate program, housed within the School of Biomedical Sciences. This program enrolls a select group of graduate students interested in research-based careers in pharmacology. The pharmacology program provides substantial opportunity to develop skills based in chemistry and applicable to development of new approaches to treating disease. Our faculty and facilities are outstanding and provide a first-rate training program for young scientists interested in research careers in this discipline.
The Program
Graduate study in Pharmacology is based upon a multidisciplinary program involving the Departments of Anatomy, Neurobiology, Physiology and Pharmacology at the Northeastern Ohio Universities College of Medicine and the Department of Chemistry at Kent State University. The program of study involves a balance of classroom and laboratory work. A close working relationship between faculty and students is strongly encouraged and interdisciplinary approaches to research and theoretical problems are emphasized, in order to capitalize on the extensive relationships among the training faculty.
Resources
The research facilities and resources available for students are extensive. They are accessible for study of the pharmacological effects of drugs and other exogenus agents on all physiological systems and functions. The research environment is designed for the study of anatomy and morphology of the nervous system, neurochemistry, electrophysiology, circadian rhythms, cell and tissue culture, radioiodination and radioimmunoassay, neurotransmittor metabolism and cell and tissue visualization.
Admission
Admission to the program is based on the recommendation of the Pharmacology Committee and approval of the Director, School of Biomedical Sciences. Students must have a minimum of a 3.0 GPA (undergraduate and graduate) and hold a baccalaureate degree with preparation adequate to perform graduate work in Pharmacology. This includes two years of chemistry, one year of mathematics, one year of physics, and courses in biology or psychology. Three letters of recommendation are required as is the general test of the GRE; foreign applicants must also submit the TOEFL. An application for admission and additional information concerning the program, its faculty, advisor selection, and development of a research plan can be obtained from the Director of the School.
The core program of instruction for all students is provided in basic physiology and pharmacology. Special attention is placed on providing additional electives that provide a student with a thorough grounding in areas related to their long-term research and career interests.