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James F. Dice james.dice@tufts.edu
 
 

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Larry Feig
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Biochemistry
  Cell, Molecular & Developmental Biology
  Cellular & Molecular
Physiology
  Neuroscience
 
  Clinical Research  
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  Molecular Microbiology  
  Neuroscience  
  Pharmacology &
Experimental Therapeutics
 
Integrated Studies Program
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    The Integrated Studies Program (ISP) is a joint admissions and first year academic program of four Sackler School PhD programs—Biochemistry; Cell, Molecular and Developmental Biology; Cellular and Molecular Physiology; and Neuroscience. 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 four basic science Ph.D. programs, the ISP has been tailored to meet the individual needs of every student, regardless of whether career plans point to academia or industry.

    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.