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CMM Division
Department of Biology

Graduate Programs in Cell Biology, Microbiology and Molecular Biology

The cell is the basis of life. To understand the function of organisms, it is essential to know how cells function and communicate at the molecular level. Technological advances in the past 20 years are staggering, allowing scientists to peer into cells and gain knowledge of function at levels never thought possible. The CMM Division at USF offers cutting edge research labs specializing in cell biology, microbiology and molecular biology.

Degrees offered

  • Thesis Based PhD and MS degrees. These degrees are research based and require a written thesis in addition to coursework and Examinations. Research is carried out under the direction of a faculty member of the student's choosing. Coursework is tailored to each student's interests and needs.
  • Non-Thesis MS degree. This degree is based on coursework, although it does require a written review of a subject chosen by the student.

Helpful Information

The Graduate Studies portion of the website has a wealth of information for the prospective student. Please click on the link for Prospective Students to the right where you will find an applicaton process guide, domestic and international application instructions and information on financial aid.

For current students, the website has information for TA's, the complete Graduate Handbook as well as information on graduation. Please click on the Current Students link to the right and then bookmark the page so you have it handy when you need information pertaining to your graduate studies in the CMM Division.

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Concentrations of Study
  • Genomic Instability
  • Genomics
  • Gene Regulation
  • Signal Transduction
  • Bioinformatics
  • Developmental Biology
  • Molecular Phylogenetics
  • Neurobiology and Alzheimers Disease
  • Biodefense
  • Immunological Response to Microorganisms
Examples of current coursework offered:
  • Immunology
  • Developmental Biology and Stem Cells
  • Molecular Genetics
  • Neuroscience
  • Evolution and Development
  • Molecular Phylogenetics
  • Pathogenic Microbiology
  • Genetic Engineering
  • Genomics
  • Proteomics
  • Cell signaling