Biomedical Sciences - Physiology Interdisciplinary - Ph.D.

The Ph.D. in Biomedical Sciences - Physiology Interdisciplinary program offers a comprehensive education in physiology, anatomy and related fields, preparing you to become a leader in industry, government or academia. With a focus on hands-on experience and collaboration, you will have the opportunity to work with experienced researchers in state-of-the-art facilities, advancing your understanding of human physiology and preparing you for a fulfilling career in this exciting field.

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Program Information for Biomedical Sciences - Physiology Interdisciplinary - Ph.D.

Program Description

Program Description

Full Description

The Ph.D. degree in Biomedical Sciences–Physiology Interdisciplinary prepares graduates in areas that include cardiovascular, pulmonary, endocrine and neuroendocrine, reproductive or exercise physiology. In this context, emphasis is placed on an integrative approach for both research and graduate education. As with other program areas, the physiology program takes advantage of the latest molecular and cellular techniques to address questions related to human diseases.

The Ph.D. degree is offered in consortium with Cleveland Clinic and Northeast Ohio Medical University. Faculty members are drawn from various departments at Kent State and the other two institutions. Although graduate work may be completed in any of the various research areas, faculty are listed in two general specializations: (1) environmental and comparative physiology and (2) cardiopulmonary and exercise physiology. Each specialization addresses different subject areas of physiology and each has an associated training faculty.

The degree program is research oriented and designed to provide students with a thorough grounding in physiological principles and techniques within several well-defined focus areas.

Admissions for Biomedical Sciences - Physiology Interdisciplinary - Ph.D.

Admissions

For more information about graduate admissions, visit the graduate admission website. For more information on international admissions, visit the international admission website.

Admission Requirements

Applications to the Ph.D. in Biomedical Sciences-Physiology Interdisciplinary are not being accepted at this time.

  • Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university
  • Minimum 2.750 undergraduate GPA on a 4.000-point scale
  • Official transcript(s)
  • Résumé or curriculum vitae
  • Goal statement that includes a description of the applicant's research experience, research interests and career goals
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • English language proficiency - all international students must provide proof of English language proficiency (unless they meet specific exceptions to waive) by earning one of the following:1
    • Minimum 94 TOEFL iBT score
    • Minimum 7.0 IELTS score
    • Minimum 65 PTE score
    • Minimum 120 DET score
1

International applicants who do not meet the above test scores will not be considered for admission.

Learning Outcomes

Learning Outcomes

Program Learning Outcomes

Graduates of this program will be able to:

  1. Publish their research in peer-reviewed journals.
  2. Demonstrate the ability to teach undergraduate students.
  3. Seek employment in fields that reflect their area of training.

Coursework

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Program Requirements

Major Requirements

Major Requirements
BMS 70120LABORATORY TECHNIQUES IN BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES (taken twice)4
BMS 71000RESPONSIBLE CONDUCT OF RESEARCH 1
BMS 71001INTRODUCTION TO BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES 1
CHEM 50245BIOCHEMICAL FOUNDATIONS OF MEDICINE 4
Biostatistical Analysis Elective, choose from the following:3-6
BMS 78637
BIOANTHROPOLOGICAL DATA ANALYSIS I
BSCI 70104
BIOLOGICAL STATISTICS
EXPH 73050
& EXPH 73051
RESEARCH PROCESSES IN ATHLETIC TRAINING AND EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGY
and QUANTITATIVE AND RESEARCH METHODS IN ATHLETIC TRAINING AND EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGY
PSYC 71651
QUANTITATIVE STATISTICAL ANALYSIS I
Neuroscience or Exercise Physiology Electives, choose from the following:4-6
BMS 70729
CELLULAR AND MOLECULAR NEUROSCIENCE
BSCI 70460
& BSCI 70462
ADVANCED HUMAN PHYSIOLOGY
and ADVANCED HUMAN PHYSIOLOGY: READINGS AND CASE STUDIES
EXPH 75081
& EXPH 75082
ENERGY METABOLISM AND BODY COMPOSITION
and CARDIO-RESPIRATORY FUNCTION
Electives 18-13
Culminating Requirement
BMS 80199DISSERTATION I 230
Minimum Total Credit Hours for Post-Baccalaureate Students:90
Minimum Total Credit Hours for Post-Master's Students:60
1

Elective courses and research must be approved by the student's guidance committee.

2

Upon completion of course requirements and candidacy exam, doctoral students must register for BMS 80199 for two semesters for a total of 30 credit hours. Thereafter, it is expected that a doctoral candidate will continuously register for BMS 80299 each semester until all requirements for the degree have been met. As soon after completion of candidacy examination as possible, the dissertation committee will be established, consisting of the guidance committee and an outside discipline member – a graduate faculty member from another department at Kent State University or another program of the School of Biomedical Sciences. The student will submit to this committee their prospectus for the dissertation. The format of the prospectus will parallel that utilized for NIH grant proposals (without biographical, budget and facilities information). The dissertation committee may elect to examine the candidate on the proposal and may accept it as submitted or reject it with specific reasons and recommendations for reformulation.

Graduation Requirements
Minimum Major GPA Minimum Overall GPA
- 3.000
  • Post-baccalaureate students must complete a minimum 60 credit hours, and post-master's students a minimum 30 credit hours, of coursework prior to dissertation.
Program Delivery

Program Delivery

  • Delivery:
    • In person
  • Location:
    • Kent Campus

Applications to the Ph.D. in Biomedical Sciences-Physiology Interdisciplinary are not being accepted at this time.

Biomedical Sciences - Pharmacology - M.S.

The Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences - Pharmacology program provides a comprehensive education in pharmacology and toxicology, preparing you for a wide range of careers in industry, government and academia. With access to cutting-edge research facilities, experienced faculty and real-world opportunities, you will gain the skills and knowledge needed to make an impact in this exciting field.

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Program Information for Biomedical Sciences - Pharmacology - M.S.

Program Description

Program Description

Full Description

The Master of Science degree in Biomedical Sciences–Pharmacology provides substantial opportunity to conduct research in molecular targeting, drug design and drug delivery in developing new approaches to treat disease. The multidisciplinary program enrolls a select group of graduate students interested in research-based careers in pharmacology, and provides a balance of classroom and laboratory work involving faculty at Kent State University and Northeast Ohio Medical University (NEOMED). Strong research foci exist in the areas of cardiovascular and metabolic diseases, neurodegenerative and blood brain barrier pharmacology. Interdisciplinary approaches to research and theoretical problems are strongly emphasized.

The M.S. degree in Biomedical Sciences–Pharmacology is offered in consortium with Cleveland Clinic and  Northeast Ohio Medical University.

Admissions for Biomedical Sciences - Pharmacology - M.S.

Admissions

For more information about graduate admissions, visit the graduate admission website. For more information on international admissions, visit the international admission website.

Admission Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
  • Minimum 2.750 undergraduate GPA on a 4.000-point scale
  • Academic preparation adequate to complete graduate coursework (recommended courses in general chemistry, biochemistry and physiology)
  • Official transcript(s)
  • Résumé or curriculum vitae
  • Goal statement indicating the applicant's interests in pharmacology, their research experience, career aspirations and fit with the program
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • English language proficiency - all international students must provide proof of English language proficiency (unless they meet specific exceptions to waive) by earning one of the following:1
    • Minimum 94 TOEFL iBT score
    • Minimum 7.0 IELTS score
    • Minimum 65 PTE score
    • Minimum 120 DET score
1

International applicants who do not meet the above test scores will not be considered for admission.

Application Deadlines

  • Fall Semester
    • Application deadline: November 15

All application materials (including applicable fee, transcripts, recommendation letters, etc.) submitted after this deadline will be considered on a space-available basis.

Learning Outcomes

Learning Outcomes

Program Learning Outcomes

Graduates of this program will be able to:

  1. Publish their research in peer-reviewed journals.
  2. Demonstrate the ability to teach undergraduate students.
  3. Seek employment in fields that reflect their area of training.

Coursework

On This Page

Program Requirements

Major Requirements

Major Requirements
ANTH 68637BIOANTHROPOLOGICAL DATA ANALYSIS I 4-5
or BSCI 60104 BIOLOGICAL STATISTICS
BMS 60110CAREER AND PROFESSIONAL SKILLS FOR LIFE SCIENTISTS 2
BMS 60120LABORATORY TECHNIQUES IN BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES 2
BMS 60440CELLULAR AND MOLECULAR SIGNALING 3
BMS 60502MOLECULAR PHARMACOLOGY 4
BMS 61000RESPONSIBLE CONDUCT OF RESEARCH 1
BMS 61001INTRODUCTION TO BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES 1
Graduate Electives Approved by Thesis Committee8-9
Culminating Requirement
BMS 60199THESIS I 6
Minimum Total Credit Hours:32

Graduation Requirements
Minimum Major GPA Minimum Overall GPA
- 3.000
  • Minimum 15 credit hours of overall hours must be letter graded (required and elective courses).
  • No more than one-half of a graduate student’s coursework may be taken in 50000-level courses.
  • Grades below C are not counted toward completion of requirements for the degree.
Program Delivery

Program Delivery

  • Delivery:
    • In person
  • Location:
    • Kent Campus

Biomedical Sciences - Pharmacology - Ph.D.

The Ph.D. in Biomedical Sciences - Pharmacology program offers a comprehensive education in pharmacology, toxicology and related fields, preparing you to become a leader in industry, government or academia. With a focus on hands-on experience and collaboration, you will have the opportunity to work with experienced researchers in state-of-the-art facilities, advancing your understanding of drug development and preparing you for a fulfilling career in this exciting field.

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Program Information for Biomedical Sciences - Pharmacology - Ph.D.

Program Description

Program Description

Full Description

The Ph.D. degree in Biomedical Sciences–Pharmacology provides substantial opportunity for students to conduct research in molecular targeting, drug design and drug delivery in developing new approaches to treat disease. The multidisciplinary program enrolls a select group of graduate students interested in research-based careers in pharmacology and provides a balance of classroom and laboratory work involving faculty at Kent State University and Northeast Ohio Medical University (NEOMED). Strong research foci exist in the areas of cardiovascular and metabolic diseases, neurodegenerative and blood brain barrier pharmacology. Interdisciplinary approaches to research and theoretical problems are strongly emphasized.

The Ph.D. degree in Biomedical Sciences–Pharmacology is offered in consortium with Cleveland Clinic and Northeast Ohio Medical University.

Admissions for Biomedical Sciences - Pharmacology - Ph.D.

Admissions

For more information about graduate admissions, visit the graduate admission website. For more information on international admissions, visit the international admission website.

Admission Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university
  • Minimum 2.750 undergraduate/graduate GPA on a 4.000-point scale
  • Academic preparation adequate to complete graduate coursework (recommended courses in chemistry, biochemistry and physiology)
  • Official transcript(s)
  • Résumé or curriculum vitae
  • Goal statement indicating the applicant's interests in pharmacology, research experience, career aspirations and fit with the program
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • English language proficiency - all international students must provide proof of English language proficiency (unless they meet specific exceptions to waive) by earning one of the following:1
    • Minimum 94 TOEFL iBT score
    • Minimum 7.0 IELTS score
    • Minimum 65 PTE score
    • Minimum 120 DET score
1

International applicants who do not meet the above test scores will not be considered for admission.

Application Deadlines

  • Fall Semester
    • Application deadline: November 15

All application materials (including applicable fee, transcripts, recommendation letters, etc.) submitted after this deadline will be considered on a space-available basis.

Learning Outcomes

Learning Outcomes

Program Learning Outcomes

Graduates of this program will be able to:

  1. Publish their research in peer-reviewed journals.
  2. Demonstrate the ability to teach undergraduate students.
  3. Seek employment in fields that reflect their area of training.

Coursework

On This Page

Program Requirements

Major Requirements

Major Requirements
BMS 70120LABORATORY TECHNIQUES IN BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES (taken twice)4
BMS 70440CELLULAR AND MOLECULAR SIGNALING 3
BMS 70502MOLECULAR PHARMACOLOGY 4
BMS 71000RESPONSIBLE CONDUCT OF RESEARCH 1
BMS 71001INTRODUCTION TO BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES 1
BMS 78637BIOANTHROPOLOGICAL DATA ANALYSIS I 4-5
or BSCI 70104 BIOLOGICAL STATISTICS
BMS 80110CAREER AND PROFESSIONAL SKILLS FOR LIFE SCIENTISTS 2
Graduate Electives Approved by Guidance Committee 110-41
Culminating Requirement
BMS 80199DISSERTATION I 130
Minimum Total Credit Hours for Post-Baccalaureate Students:90
Minimum Total Credit Hours for Post-Master's Students:60
1

Upon completion of course requirements and candidacy exam, doctoral students must register for BMS 80199 for two semesters for a total of 30 credit hours. Thereafter, it is expected that a doctoral candidate will continuously register for BMS 80299 each semester until all requirements for the degree have been met. After completion of the candidacy examination, the dissertation committee will be established, consisting of the guidance committee and an outside member. Students will submit their prospectus for the dissertation to this committee. The format of the prospectus will parallel that utilized for NIH grant proposals (without biographical, budget and facilities information). The dissertation committee makes recommendations for reformulation until the proposal is acceptable or may reject it with specific reasons.

Graduation Requirements
Minimum Major GPA Minimum Overall GPA
- 3.000
  • Post-baccalaureate students must complete a minimum of 60 credit hours prior to enrolling in BMS 80199. Minimum 15 of the 60 credit hours must be letter-graded courses.
  • Post-master's students must complete a minimum of 30 credit hours prior to enrolling in BMS 80199.
Program Delivery

Program Delivery

  • Delivery:
    • In person
  • Location:
    • Kent Campus

Guest Speakers and Lectures

In addition to the annual philosophy graduate student conference, the department hosts guest speakers as part of the Veroni lecture series. See the Current Events page for current speakers. Previous Veroni lecturers include Elizabeth Anderson, Richard Bernstein, Susan Bordo, Robert Brandom, David Carr, Donald Davidson, Mark Johnson, Timothy Morton, Richard Schacht, Nancy Sherman, and Dan Zahavi. Other recent guest speakers include Anthony Appiah, Susan Haack, Sandra Harding, Daphne Patai, and Naomi Zack.

Kent State University Philosophy Graduate Student Conference

The M.A. program introduces students to the practices of philosophy beyond reading texts and writing papers. The Department of Philosophy at Kent State University hosts the annual Kent State University Philosophy Graduate Student Conference in Remembrance of May 4th. The graduate student conference is conceived, planned, and organized by philosophy graduate students.

Assistantships

A limited number of graduate assistantships, which include competitive stipends and tuition/fee waivers, are available for graduate students. Applicants must complete and submit their application by February 1 to be ensured of consideration for a graduate assistantship. All applicants to the MA program who submit their applications by February 1 are automatically considered for funding. There is no separate application for an assistantship.

Proseminar

The Proseminar is a three-hour course that meets weekly to provide professional training to our graduate students. Topics covered include preparing strong applications to doctoral programs, applying to and presenting at academic conferences, professional norms and etiquette, and non-academic careers for philosophers. Pedagogical training is also provided.

Thesis

Graduate students ordinarily complete the requirements for the MA in philosophy by writing a thesis. The thesis offers an opportunity for graduate students to work closely with a faculty member and a thesis committee in order to explore a topic of the student's choice. In some cases, students choose instead to pursue one of our non-thesis capstone options. 

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