The Integrated Studies Program (ISP) is a joint admissions and first year academic program of three Sackler School PhD programs – Biochemistry; Cell and Molecular Physiology; and Cell, Molecular and Developmental Biology. The Sackler School of Graduate Biomedical Sciences recognizes that there is a basic core of knowledge that is required for students considering specializations in any of these areas of biomedical sciences. In the first year, the Integrated Studies Program blends problem-based and didactic learning with abundant hands-on laboratory experience. This well-balanced approach empowers the students as they make decisions regarding their preferred areas of research specialization at the end of their first year. As the portal of entry into any one of three basic science Ph.D. programs—Biochemistry, Cell and Molecular Physiology, and Cell, Molecular and Developmental Biology—the ISP has been tailored to meet the individual needs of every student, regardless of whether career plans point to academia, biotechnology or pharma-based pursuits.

ISP features include:

• An opportunity for students to study and collaborate with over 60 research laboratory groups involved in cutting-edge research covering a wide range of research disciplines and areas.

• An opportunity to fully explore research areas and laboratories before selecting a Ph.D. advisor and program.

• A first year interdisciplinary core curriculum that provides a strong foundation in basic biomedical sciences.

• A choice of doctoral degree programs based upon the student’s research focus following completion of the first year interdisciplinary core curriculum.

• Highly individualized attention and guidance for each student throughout their graduate training.

• Students obtain prominent research positions upon completion of the program.