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Graduate Education in Biomedical (GEBS) Overview Morehouse School of (MSM), located in Atlanta, Ga., was founded in 1975 as the Program at Morehouse College. In 1981, MSM became an independently chartered institution. MSM is among the nation’s leading educators of physicians and was recently recognized as the top institution among U.S. medical schools for our social mission. Our faculty and alumni are noted in their fields for excellence in teaching, research, and public policy.

MSM is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education, Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education, Council on Education for , Liaison Committee on Medical Education, and Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.

Mission We exist to: • Improve the health and well-being of individuals and communities

• Increase the diversity of the health professional and scientific workforce

• Address primary through programs in education, research, and service With emphasis on people of color and the underserved urban and rural populations in Georgia, the nation, and the world.

Vision Leading the creation and advancement of health equity. Promote a deep and integrated 1 understanding of the biological sciences and their implications to the advancement of health and biomedical . Office of Graduate Education Students who graduate from the Morehouse School of Medicine’s Division of Graduate Education in Biomedical The educational Strengthen critical analysis and reasoning in Biomedical Sciences Sciences will possess a deep understanding of biomedical 2 skills and the application of these skills to the science, will engage in scientific inquiry and research, objectives design and execution of scientific inquiry The Division of Graduate Education in Biomedical Sciences and will apply content and research expertise to the relevant to specific biomedical disciplines. (GEBS) offers programs of study leading to the MS in advancement of biomedical disciplines. Program common to all Generate and effectively communicate Biomedical Research (MSBR), MS in Biomedical Technology graduates will exhibit the skills necessary to effectively 3 scientific knowledge relevant to specific (MSBT), MS in Clinical Research (MSCR), MS in Medical communicate knowledge and research outcomes to biomedical disciplines. Sciences (MSMS), MS in (MSNS), and PhD in scientific peers and public stakeholders. Additionally, GEBS degree Biomedical Sciences. graduates will demonstrate a commitment to the Develop a commitment to life-long learning application of biomedical science in the improvement of programs are to: 4 and career pursuits within health and health disparities. biomedical science disciplines.

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Graduate Lecture Biomedical Lecture Core QE Graduate Biochemistry Lab Biomedical Genetics Lab Exams Integrated Biomedical Sciences Human Lecture Cancer, Neurosci., Cardiovasc., Infectious Disease 6-Week Lab PhD 1 Rotations Lab Critical Thinking & Scientific Communication II Critical Thinking and Scientific Communication I Scientific Integrity Research Data Analysis Preparing Fellowship Proposals Electives Electives PhD 2 Seminar in Biomedical Sciences Seminar in Biomedical Sciences Supervised Research Supervised Research (prior to candidacy) or 6-Week Lab Rotations Ph.D. in Biomedical Sciences (prior to candidacy) Dissertation Research (after candidacy) Seminar in Biomedical Sciences Seminar in Biomedical Sciences PhD Seminar Presentation Seminar Presentation 3-5 Dissertation Research Dissertation Research

60 Percent of Graduates Program Overview Graduates of the Ph.D. program Total Credit Hours at Morehouse School of Medicine 50 The Ph.D. in Biomedical Sciences is designed to develop enjoy careers in academia, 40 independent investigators with the potential to assume leadership government science, and Total Credit 30 Program roles in academic, government, and corporate biomedical research. Hours Offered medicine. Students graduating Ph.D. Program in from the Ph.D. program are 20 It involves a core-didactic curriculum followed by extensive Biomedical Science 72 sought after by some of the 10 faculty-guided dissertation research directed toward contributing nation’s leading post- doctoral 0 new discoveries that will advance the field in which the student programs and companies. Academia Industry Govt Science Science Policy Medicine is interested. The program provides a broad background in the Stipend Payment basic biomedical sciences and advance training in specific fields All students accepted into the Ph.D. in pertinent to human health. Laboratory Rotations are a requirement Biomedical Sciences program will receive 50+ 19 +13 +10+ 8 a stipend to cover costs of living. of the core curriculum and provide students with an opportunity Tuition and Fees All students accepted into the Ph.D. program will receive a full scholarship to cover the costs of tuition and basic fees. to explore various research areas in the biomedical sciences prior Tuition scholarships cover the full cost of tuitionand the cost of a Morehouse School of Medicine issued laptop/tablet. It is to committing to a specific research focus. mandatory for all students enrolled in graduate programs to have a laptop/tablet issued by Morehouse School of Medicine as a program requirement. Additionally, basic fees are covered and include health insurance (individual only). Vision and dental plans are offered at additional costs and are not covered by the Graduate Education in Biomedical Sciences’ PhD program. If you enroll in either or both plans you will be responsible for payment. July Aug Sept Oct Nov Dec Break Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Graduate Biochemistry Lecture Elective Graduate Biochemistry Lab Elective

MSBR Human Biology Lecture Core QE Exams 4-Week Lab Rotations Thesis Research

1 Human Biology Lab Critical Thinking & Scientific Communication II Critical Thinking & Scientific Communication I Scientific Integrity

Research Data Analysis Seminar Presentation MSBR Seminar in Biomedical Sciences Seminar in Biomedical Sciences Master of Science in Biomedical 2 Thesis Research Thesis Research Research Program

MSBR/BT - First Postgraduate Position (n=21) Program Overview Students choose to train at MSM for their MSBR/BT programs 70 The MS in Biomedical Research (MSBR) program provides a because they realize that training 60 in the biomedical sciences here core-didactic and thesis based curriculum for college graduates 50 seeking a thesis-based Master’s degree or considering the future opens a wealth of opportunities Total Credit Hours in the scientific workforce for our 40 pursuit of doctoral degrees in research or the health sciences. graduates. Students completing 30 Total Credit The program allows students to obtain a graduate degree; further Program the MSBR/BT degree programs Hours Offered 20 explore career options in the biomedical sciences; document Master of Science land jobs within industry and of Graduates Percent their ability to handle graduate-level coursework; and conduct a in Biomedical 40 allied health settings. However, 10 Research (MSBR) mentored research project in an area of interest to them. Some a majority of our students go 0 coursework completed for the MSBR program may be applicable on to pursue doctorates in basic Doctoral PhD MD or DO Other Industry Allied Technical sciences and medicine. Training Training Training Degree Health toward the requirements for the PhD program at MSM if the student subsequently gains admission to that program. +63+43+19+5+5+9+9 Master of Science in Biomedical Technology Program

Program Overview The Master of Science in Biomedical Technology (MSBT) program is a non-thesis degree program for college graduates Total Credit Hours July Aug Sept Oct Nov Dec Break Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun preparing for, or already engaged in, biomedical technology Graduate Biochemistry Lecture Elective Elective Total Credit careers. The classroom curriculum is similar to that of the thesis- Program Graduate Biochemistry Lab Hours Offered Critical Thinking & Scientific Communication II based program. Beyond the classroom, students in this program Master of Science MSBT Human Biology Lecture Survey of Core Technology in Biomedical will focus on gaining experience in developing and applying 48 1 Technical Technology (MSBT) Human Biology Lab Core QE Exams experimental design, as well as experiencing a variety of state-of- Apprenticeship I Critical Thinking & Scientific Communication I the-art biomedical research methods and instrumentation. Scientific Integrity

Research Data Analysis Seminar Presentation MSBT Seminar in Biomedical Sciences Seminar in Biomedical Sciences 2 Technical Technical Technical Additional Technical Apprenticeships/Internship Apprenticeship II Apprenticeship III Apprenticeship IV (if applicable) Master of Science in Clinical Research Program

Program Overview The Master of Science in Clinical Research (MSCR) program is a broad-based, multi-disciplinary graduate level program in clinical research designed to prepare clinical faculty, senior residents, current MSM Ph.D. and M.D. students, post-doctoral candidates, Total Credit Hours July Aug Sept Oct Nov Dec Break Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Introduction to Medical Informatics Clinical Trials and undergraduate/Master’s level students for a career in clinical Total Credit Principles of Clinical Research Introduction to Program research. The program provides training in the principles and Hours Offered MSCR Clinical Research Seminar Clinical Research Seminar methods of biostatistics, epidemiology, genetics and clinical Master of Science 1 Fundamentals of Biostatistics Analysis of Frequency Data in Clinical Research 40 trials, outcomes research, health services research, medical Practical Skills Workshop Series Scientific Writing and Communication (MSCR) informatics, and application of these principles and methods to Community Engagement/Health Disparities Mentored Research Project clinical research. A Multidisciplinary Clinical and Translational Mentored Research Project Research (MCTR) Certificate program is also offered to address the Ethics of Clinical Research in needs of a variety of trainees who will participate as members of MSCR Vulnerable Populations multidisciplinary research teams. 2 Clinical Research Seminar Clinical Research Seminar Mentored Research Project Mentored Research Project Master of Science in Medical Sciences

Program Overview The Master of Science in Medical Sciences (MSMS) program is a two-year, non-thesis degree that includes graduate coursework in Biochemistry, and , Neurobiology, Medical , Medical , Biomedical Genetics, Total Credit Hours July Aug Sept Oct Nov Dec Break Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Epidemiology and Biostatistics. The program offers courses in critical Biochemistry Introduction to Health Professions Total Credit Program thinking and problem solving as the foundational preparation for the Hours Offered Principles of Anatomy & Physiology I Principles of Anatomy & Physiology II

MCAT. In lieu of a thesis, students will conduct independent research Master of Science MSMS Introduction to Public Health Biostatistics in Medical Sciences 51 related to their biomedical science and public health curriculum (MSMS) 1 Survey of Medical Terminology Community Health Assessment/Intervention to be presented in a Culminating Project, the capstone course for Critical Thinking and Problem Solving I Critical Thinking and Problem Solving II the degree. The Culminating Project includes a well-developed Introduction to Neurobiology Lecture Introduction to Medical Pharmacology oral presentation and written paper. The MSMS degree is designed MSMS Introduction to Neurobiology Lab Biomedical Genetics 2 to enhance the academic credentials of its students for successful Epidemiology Culminating Project in Medical Sciences application and entry into schools of medicine. Introduction to

The Biology of Disease: Current Concepts Bachelor of Science/Master of Science in Neuroscience Program

Program Overview The Bachelor of Science/Master of Science in Neuroscience program is designed to expose undergraduates to the rich world of neuroscience The Master of Science in research early in their academic journey. Program participants will Neuroscience degree is also Summer Fall Spring enter the program as sophomores or juniors, complete requirements available to students who have Freshman Curriculum Counseling for Prospective for a bachelor of science degree granted by their undergraduate completed a bachelor’s degree. Students Contact the program directly to Curriculum Counseling for Prospective institution and complete requirements for a master of science degree Sophomore Students learn more about this exciting new by Morehouse School of Medicine. Junior Essentials in Neuroscience I Essentials in Neuroscience II program at MSM. Critical Thinking & Scientific Laboratory Techniques Essentials in Neuroscience III Sophomores from Clark-Atlanta University, Morehouse College or Senior Communication I Spelman College interested in career paths dealing with research Summer Research Rotation* Scientific Integrity on the nervous system, are encouraged to explore our program Master’s Research Project Critical Thinking & Scientific highlights, attend an informational meeting on your campus Biostatistics Master’s Communication II and apply. Communication in Neuroscience Neuroscience Institute Discussions (Seminar Series) Questions about any of the programs? Contact the respective Program Directors:

Karen Russell-Randall, Ph.D. Director, M.S. in Biomedical Research Program [email protected] | (404) 752-1875 Michael Powell, Ph.D. Director, M.S. in Biomedical Technology Program [email protected] | (404) 752-1582 Alexander Quarshie, M.D., M.S. Director, M.S. in Clinical Research Program [email protected] | (404) 752-8681 Ulochi Nwagwu Program Manager, M.S. in Clinical Research [email protected] | (404) 752-1780 Rita Finley, Ph.D. Program Director, M.S. in Medical Sciences Program [email protected] | (404) 752-1614 Morris Benveniste, Ph.D. Program Director, M.S. in Neuroscience [email protected] | (404) 756-5785 Ward Kirlin, Ph.D. Director, Doctor of Philosophy in Biomedical Sciences [email protected] | (404)-752-1709 Questions about the admissions process? Contact the GEBS Office or Admissions and Student Affairs: Brandon Walton Program Coordinator GEBS Office [email protected] | (404) 752-1569 Office of Admissions and Student Affairs [email protected] | (404) 752-1650

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