BBS is an interdepartmental program within the Division of Medical Sciences, and offers interdisciplinary research training in the following areas: Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Genetics, Pathology, Microbiology, Structural Biology, Pharmacology, Virology, and Developmental Biology. Through the Division of Medical Sciences (DMS), BBS recommends its candidates to the Faculty of Arts and Sciences of Harvard University for the PhD degree.

The Programs in BBS includes faculty from the five basic science departments and additional faculty from other Harvard Medical School (HMS) departments and affiliated institutions.

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NEW PROGRAM: Leder Human Biology and Translational Medicine (LHB)

We are excited to announce a new program, Leder Human Biology and Translational Medicine (LHB.) This new program begins in the Fall semester of 2008, and focuses on providing rigorous multidisciplinary training in the fundamental mechanisms and essential methodologies of human biology and disease-oriented research. What sets us apart from the rest of the DMS programs? Read on to find out more!

NEW PROGRAM: Developmental and Regenerative Biology (DRB)

We are pleased to announce the establishment of a new graduate program: Developmental and Regenerative Biology (DRB) within BBS. This new program begins in the Fall semester of 2009, and focuses on providing rigorous training in the general area of Developmental biology.  The new program aims to give students a comprehensive understanding of the basic principles guiding development as revealed by different experimental models, methodological approaches as well as evolutionary and physiological considerations. The aim is also to provide the opportunity for DRB participants to explore, reflect and apply this basic knowledge to the role stem cell biology can play in medicine.

DRB integrates the substantial intellectual and physical resources related to Developmental Biology throughout the Harvard campus. Therefore, DRB faculty come from the basic science departments at the Harvard medical school, the FAS and the HMS affiliated hospitals.

Notice about Admissions 2009

The BBS program does not interview applicants. After reviewing the applications, if you are accepted you will be notified by the first week of February 2009 and will be given the opportunity to visit during one of our 2 recruitment weekends (February 12-15, 2009 or March 5-8, 2009).