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Creative and innovative research is the hallmark of our graduate program in the University of Michigan Medical School Department of Microbiology and Immunology. This challenging program is designed to provide a nurturing environment in which graduate students can fully develop and express their intellectual talents, research skills, and teaching abilities.

These goals are accomplished through an integrated program of independent research, graduate courses, seminars and teaching. Entering students select from a wide range of stimulating courses designed to complete their preparation for advanced study and research. Molecular and cellular immunology, microbial pathogenesis, molecular virology, microbial physiology, cellular and molecular networks, biochemistry and molecular genetics are some of the topics covered in our courses.

To facilitate development of skills necessary for a career in modern research and teaching, many courses are oriented towards discussion of the primary research literature.

Students can enter the PhD program in the Fall terms only.

The Program in Biological Sciences Department (PIBS), coordinates first-year graduate studies for 14 biomedical Ph.D. programs at the University of Michigan Medical School, including the Doctoral Program in Microbiology & Immunology. All admissions are handled through PIBS.

Please visit the PIBS webpage for an online application. All application materials should be sent to the PIBS Office.

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Students accepted into the Microbiology and Immunology PhD program are provided with a stipend, full tuition, and healthcare. The department typically accepts between 5–8 students a year. The department is located on the U-M Medical Campus, adjacent to the University Hospitals and Cancer, Cardiovascular and Geriatric Centers.

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Applicants to the doctoral program are automatically considered for financial aid. In addition, applicants are encouraged to seek competitive national sources of fellowships. Because funding opportunities are more limited for foreign students, foreign applicants are urged to investigate fellowships provided by their governments or other local sponsors. All students admitted to the PhD program are supported by one of the above internal or external sources. Funding is guaranteed for all PhD candidates in good standing until completion of the thesis defense.

Department specific questions can be directed to:

Natalie Deeb, MPH Graduate Student Program Manager [email protected]

The Ward J. MacNeal Educational and Scientific Memorial Trust Distinguished Dissertation Award is given to a Microbiology and Immunology PhD graduate trainee from a pool of nominees each academic year.

Our graduated students defended innovative and rigorous dissertations. See who they are, what they did and where there are now.

During the first year as a member of Program in Biomedical Sciences (PIBS), students participate in brief research projects by rotating in up to four laboratories with approximately two-month rotations during the PIBS year. Laboratories for the rotation period are selected by the student in consultation with faculty members. Such research experiences provide exposure and training in the diverse research interests of our faculty and have proven valuable to students in their selection of a thesis research advisor after the first year. Beginning in the second year, students have the opportunity to develop their teaching abilities by contributing to instructional Medical School courses offered by our department.

As a vital part of graduate training, students refine communicative skills by presenting discussions of research literature in a weekly seminar course, Microbiology 812. Additionally, numerous journal clubs are organized by students and faculty around special topics, including molecular pathogenesis, virology, and immunology. Graduate students also meet regularly to discuss their research activities amongst themselves in an informal, relaxed setting. These activities are complemented by frequent departmental colloquia presented by recognized scientists from leading research institutions around the nation. Students are encouraged to participate in OMIS (Organization of Microbiology and Immunology Students), which sponsors events such as the annual department picnic, as well as holding regular meetings to discuss student issues within the department.

Meet current doctoral students in the University of Michigan Medical School Department of Microbiology and Immunology PhD program.

Students complete a two-step evaluation within two years of matriculation. The first checkpoint is an oral examination that occurs after the first year of classes to test mastery of coursework and analytical thinking. The students are examined on their broad and specific knowledge of three assigned papers. In addition, students will use one of the three papers as a platform to propose future experiments in outline form, which will be discussed during the exam.

The second checkpoint occurs in the second year of study and requires the student to write a six-page proposal of future work on the topic of their thesis research. During the student's first committee meeting, the committee will evaluate the student's knowledge of the literature and methodology relevant to this thesis proposal. PhD candidacy is achieved by successfully completing the formal course work and the two checkpoints.

The research experiences of students are expected to lead to productive scholarship in the form of peer-reviewed journal publications and conference presentations. Degree candidates will meet annually with their faculty committee to ensure satisfactory progress towards completion of the thesis project; first author publication of a primary research article is required for graduation. Students will receive constructive evaluations from the committee members after each committee meeting.

The PhD degree is granted upon completion of a scholarly body of work, submission of a written thesis and presentation of an oral defense based on the student's original, independent research. This program is designed to require approximately five years for completion, and graduates of our department have gone on to pursue outstanding postdoctoral positions and scientific careers.

Learn more about PhD program requirements and evaluation checkpoints.

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About the PhD in Molecular Microbiology and Immunology Program

Through a departmental core curriculum as well as research area-specific courses, laboratory rotations, qualifying examinations, mentored research, and professional development, all MMI PhD students are prepared to engage in cutting edge research and scholarship that advances knowledge. MMI PhD students hone their scholarship, research and professional skills. Course and laboratory work can address problems in microbial pathogenesis, immunology, disease transmission, and diseases related to malaria, mosquito and arboviral biology.

Students can choose to complete the traditional MMI PhD program or the MMI PhD program concentration in Rigorous, Reproducible, and Responsible Research Investigation in Immunology & Microbiology (R 3 IM). The concentration in Rigorous, Reproducible, and Responsible Research Investigation in Immunology & Microbiology (R 3 IM) conveys a broad background in immunology and infectious diseases research, with a special emphasis on critical thinking, logic, ethics, and written and oral skills to help graduates become communicators of complex scientific concepts and agents of change in their workplaces and communities.

What Can You Do With a Graduate Degree In Molecular Microbiology And Immunology?

Sample careers.

• Postdoctoral Fellow, Research Associate
• Science Communicator or Writer
• Scientist (academia, industry)
• Specialist in Science Regulatory Affairs
• Faculty, Professor
• Science Advocate (nonprofit agencies)
• Public Health Service (NIH, CDC, FDA)
• Science Policy Fellow

Curriculum for the PhD in Molecular Microbiology and Immunology

Browse an overview of the requirements for this PhD program in the JHU  Academic Catalogue  and explore all course offerings in the Bloomberg School  Course Directory .

Current students can view the MMI student handbook on the MMI portal site.

Topic Areas

MMI faculty are recognized experts in a wide variety of infectious diseases research areas, allowing our PhD students to study the biology of disease based on their research interests and career goals. Our PhD students gain a comprehensive understanding of infectious diseases that provides a foundation to launch careers that directly tackle critical public health challenges.  

Topic Areas include: 

• Bacterial pathogenesis
• Cell biology 
• Fungal pathogenesis 
• Medical entomology/Disease ecology
• Parasite pathogenesis 
• Rigor, Reproducibility, and Responsibility in Scientific Practice
• Tick-borne diseases
• Vaccine development 
• Vector biology
• Viral pathogenesis

Admissions Requirements

For general admissions requirements, please visit the How to Apply page.

Standardized Test Scores

Standardized test scores (GRE) are  optional  for this program. The admissions committee will make no assumptions if a standardized test score is omitted from an application, but will require evidence of quantitative/analytical ability through other application components such as academic transcripts and/or supplemental questions.  Applications will be reviewed holistically based on all application components.

Vivien Thomas PhD Scholars

The  Vivien Thomas Scholars Initiative (VTSI)  is an endowed fellowship program at Johns Hopkins for PhD students in STEM fields. It provides full tuition, stipend, and benefits while also providing targeted mentoring, networking, community, and professional development opportunities. Students who have attended a historically Black college and university (HBCU) or other minority serving institution (MSI) for undergraduate study are eligible to apply. To be considered for the VTSI, you will need to submit a SOPHAS application, VTSI supplementary materials, and all supporting documents (letters, transcripts, and test scores) by December 1, 2023. VTSI applicants are eligible for an  application fee waiver , but the fee waiver must be requested by November 15, 2023 and prior to submission of the SOPHAS application.

All full-time PhD students will receive the following support for all years of the program: stipend, full tuition, individual health insurance, University Health Services clinic fee, vision insurance, and dental insurance.

Need-Based Relocation Grants Students who  are admitted to PhD programs at JHU  starting in Fall 2023 or beyond can apply to receive a $1500 need-based grant to offset the costs of relocating to be able to attend JHU.   These grants provide funding to a portion of incoming students who, without this money, may otherwise not be able to afford to relocate to JHU for their PhD program. This is not a merit-based grant. Applications will be evaluated solely based on financial need.  View more information about the need-based relocation grants for PhD students .

Questions about the program? We're happy to help.

Alex Kim , Senior Academic Program Coordinator  Department of Molecular Microbiology and Immunology Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health 615 North Wolfe Street, Room E5014 Baltimore, Maryland 21205 Fax: (410) 955-0105

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PhD/MPhil Medical Microbiology

Year of entry: 2024

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We require applicants to hold, or be about to obtain, an Upper Second class Honours degree, or the equivalent qualification gained outside the UK, in a related subject area for entry to a PhD programme. A Lower Second class Honours degree may be considered if applicants also hold a Master's degree with a Merit classification.

Full entry requirements

See full guidance on how to choose a project and submit an application on our websi te . You should then complete the online admissions application form to apply for this programme. Ensure you include all required supporting documents at the time of submission, or this may delay the processing of your application.

Application deadlines

You must submit your application for a postgraduate research programme before the relevant deadline to be considered. You will not be able to apply after these deadlines have passed.

• January entry: 15 October (of the year prior entry)
• April entry: 15 January (year of entry)
• September entry: 15 June (year of entry)

Programme options

Programme overview.

• Learn from some of Europe's leading researchers while undertaking your own project.
• Access some of the best research facilities in the world at both the University and in hospitals around Greater Manchester.
• Undergo training in transferable skills critical to developing early-stage researchers and professionals through the Doctoral Academy's training programme.
• Conduct research at a university ranked 6th in the UK (QS World University Rankings 2023).

For entry in the academic year beginning September 2024, the tuition fees are as follows:

• PhD (full-time) UK students (per annum): Standard £4,786, Low £11,000, Medium £17,500, High £23,000 International, including EU, students (per annum): Standard £27,000, Low £28,500, Medium £34,500, High £40,500
• PhD (part-time) UK students (per annum): Standard £2393, Low £5,500, Medium £8,750, High £11,500 International, including EU, students (per annum): Standard £13,500, Low £14,250, Medium £17,250, High £20,250

Further information for EU students can be found on our dedicated EU page.

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Use the links below to view lists of programmes in related subject areas.

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Entry requirements

Academic entry qualification overview, english language.

For applicants whose first language is not English, or if you have not studied recently in the UK, you must provide evidence of how you meet the English Language requirement.

We mainly accept IELTS or TOEFL tests. Please note IELTS and TOEFL are only valid for two years.

We require a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 overall or TOEFL (iBT) 90. Each component of the English test should meet the minimum requirement of IELTS 5.5 in all components, TOEFL (iBT 22). For the  writing component , we expect you to have achieved a minimum of 6.0 (IELTS).

If your IELTS or TOEFL expires before the start of your programme, you will need to take another official English test before we can issue you with a CAS for your visa application. This is a requirement of UKVI.

For more information about English language tests see  English language requirements .

Please contact us at [email protected] for further information.

English language test validity

Other international entry requirements, application and selection, how to apply, advice to applicants.

In addition to the formal online application, candidates should send all supporting documents (CV, transcripts, certificates, confirmation of funding, English language ability (if applicable) and a personal statement).

About the personal statement   

We recommend that your personal statement summarises:

• any research experience and your interests;
• your motivation for postgraduate research study;
• why you want to do a postgraduate research degree in Manchester;
• your career development to date;
• your future career plans;
• other supporting information: recent publications if any or other research training and experience;

If you have completed a research project during your undergraduate/master's study, please give a short description of the work you undertook, including the following details:

• the research problem
• your key findings
• techniques acquired and skills learned

This information is especially important for applicants from overseas, so we can fully assess your practical background and experience alongside your academic qualifications. Failure to include this information may delay the processing of your application.

See further guidance on how to choose a project and submit an application  on our website .

Interview requirements

Candidates will be required to attend an interview with their prospective supervisor as well as an independent Postgraduate Tutor. If it is not possible for you to attend in person, we are able to interview by Zoom/video conferencing.

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Programme details, programme description.

Our PhD/MPhil Medical Microbiology programme enables you to undertake a research project that will improve understanding of Medical Microbiology.

As a postgraduate research student in medical microbiology, you will be based in the Microbiology, Biofilm and Microbiome Research Group.

While there is some flexibility in research themes, we generally offer projects involving the study of one or more of the following topics:

• microbial pathogenicity and infection
• in vitro modelling
• antibiotic or microbicide resistance/susceptibility
• human microbiome
• interactions between bacteria and eukaryotic cell systems

As well as providing research experience in applied microbiological techniques, we work with collaborators both within the University and, where appropriate, externally to give you valuable experience in methods including confocal microscopy, metabolomics, next generation sequencing, transcriptomics and proteomics.

Special features

Training and development

All of our postgraduate researchers attend the Doctoral Academy Training Programme delivered by the Researcher Development team . The programme provides key transferable skills and equips our postgraduate researchers with the tools to progress beyond their research degree into influential positions within academia, industry and consultancy. The emphasis is on enhancing skills critical to developing early-stage researchers and professionals, whether they relate to effective communication, disseminating research findings and project management skills.

Teaching and learning

Applicants are specifically matched with a Primary Supervisor and individual project based on their research interests and background.

International applicants interested in this research area can also consider our PhD programme with integrated teaching certificate .

This unique programme will enable you to gain a Postgraduate Certificate in Teaching and Learning, whilst also carrying out independent research on your chosen project.

Scholarships and bursaries

Funded programmes and projects are promoted throughout the year. Funding is available through UK Research Councils, charities and industry. We also have other internal awards and scholarships for the most outstanding applicants from within the UK and overseas.

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Graduate medical education in laboratory medicine and pathology at Mayo Clinic

Clinical microbiology, m.d. (acgme) or ph.d. (cpep) postgraduate fellowship (minnesota).

The Clinical Microbiology, M.D. (ACGME) or Ph.D. (CPEP) Postgraduate Fellowship at Mayo Clinic's campus in Rochester, Minnesota, offers an outstanding educational experience for you to develop your expertise in medical microbiology within the integrated Mayo Clinic system, renowned for quality medical care and health care innovation.  Learn more about the program and what fellows can expect by watching this 5 minute program overview video .

This fellowship develops your knowledge and skills in diagnostic microbiology, infectious disease pathology, clinical consultation related to microbiology and infectious diseases, and clinical laboratory management.

Upon completion of this fellowship, you will be equipped with the skills necessary for a successful career as a director of a clinical microbiology laboratory that diagnoses infections caused by bacteria, fungi, mycobacteria, parasites, and viruses. 

Mayo Clinic's campus in Rochester, Minnesota, offers two clinical microbiology fellowship programs:

• Ph.D. program (CPEP). The CPEP program is a two-year program designed for individuals with a doctoral degree who want specific training in clinical microbiology.
• M.D. program (ACGME) . The ACGME program is a one-year program for individuals with a medical degree and previous residency training in the U.S. or Canada in pathology or an infectious diseases fellowship.

Unique program opportunities include:

• Comprehensive training and hands-on experience in all areas of clinical microbiology provided through rotations in seven specialized clinical microbiology laboratories and daily interactions with eight board-certified microbiology medical lab directors
• A strong clinical component, which includes on-call responsibilities and interacting with infectious disease clinicians and other clinical services involved in patient care
• A unique dual practice with both an in-house hospital practice and a large reference laboratory service
• Opportunity to experience different clinical microbiology laboratory settings, with rotations at the Mayo Clinic campus in either Jacksonville, Florida, or Scottsdale, Arizona
• Training opportunities to observe and perform diagnostic testing methods ranging from classic reference assays, such as bacterial biochemical analysis, viral culture, complement fixation and immunodiffusion, to contemporary molecular assays, cutting-edge next generation sequencing technology, digital imaging, and artificial intelligence (AI) algorithms
• Exposure to state-of-the-art anti-microbial susceptibility testing methods
• Specific training in infectious disease pathology (diagnosis of microorganisms in histopathology and cytopathology preparations)
• Research opportunities in test development including molecular applications, next generation sequencing, and digital pathology/AI with the potential to publish and present at national meetings
• All fellows publish at least one article in a peer-reviewed journal and nearly all fellows present a poster or speak at a regional or national conference

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graduates of the Clinical Microbiology Fellowship programs

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Learn more about our program and explore the buildings you'll call home throughout your training.

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Your training experience

As a fellow at Mayo Clinic, you'll have access to robust clinical, educational, and research resources. You'll find support both inside and outside of the campus to promote physical and mental wellness and ensure your work/life balance.

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Director's welcome

Our curriculum integrates didactic sessions and hands-on training at the bench, alongside self-directed learning and research time, all designed to provide you with the necessary skills and knowledge you will need to become a leader in the field of clinical microbiology.

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Accreditation

The CPEP program is accredited by the Committee on Postgraduate Educational Programs (CPEP) of the American Society for Microbiology (ASM) and meets the certification requirements for the American Board of Medical Microbiology (ABMM).

The ACGME program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) and meets the certification requirements of the American Board of Pathology (in Medical Microbiology).

Certification

When you successfully complete Mayo Clinic's Clinical Microbiology CPEP Postgraduate Fellowship (including the experience requirement), you will be eligible for certification by the American Board of Medical Microbiology (ABMM)

When you successfully complete Mayo Clinic's Clinical Microbiology ACGME Postgraduate Fellowship, you will be eligible for certification by the American Board of Medical Microbiology (ABMM) and the American Board of Pathology (in Medical Microbiology).

Program history

The Division of Clinical Microbiology at Mayo Clinic has been training fellows since 1914. Since that time, more than 150 fellows have completed training.

The CPEP program received accreditation in 1972 and the ACGME program received accreditation in 1992. Fun fact: The Clinical Microbiology CPEP Postgraduate Fellowship at Mayo Clinic was the second in the country to receive accreditation (the first was the University of Washington in 1964).

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Medical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases (PhD)

The Medical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases (PhD) program offers graduate students advanced training in clinical microbiology and infectious disease care, as well as collaborative research opportunities in molecular pathogenesis of microbial disease, immunobiology of infection, molecular mechanisms of antimicrobial action, microbial resistance and epidemiology.

Program details

Admission requirements.

• Max Rady College of Medicine • Faculty of Graduate Studies

• Doctor of Philosophy

Expected duration

Program options.

• Full-time

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The Department of medical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases, initially established in 1884, is dedicated to research and training in the area of infectious diseases. The department combines strong basic science research and graduate student training with excellent in clinical microbiology and infectious disease care and post-graduate clinical training.

Core disciplines in the department include molecular pathogenesis of microbial disease, immunobiology of infection, molecular mechanisms of antimicrobial action, microbial resistance and epidemiology.

Innovative education

Work with an integrated team of investigators, educators and practitioners providing leading-edge education, innovative research and expertise in both medical microbiology and infectious diseases.

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Cutting-edge research facilities

Train in the National Microbiology Laboratory and Cadham Provincial Laboratory, as well as in microbiology laboratories at the Winnipeg Health Sciences Centre and St. Boniface Hospital.

The Department of Medical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases offers programs of study leading to the PhD degree, with research and academic experience suitable for a career in basic microbiology or infectious diseases.

Expected duration: 5 years

Tuition and fees:  Tuition fees are charged for terms one and two and terms four and five. A continuing fee is paid for term three, term six and each subsequent term. (Refer to Graduate tuition and fees .)

In addition to the minimum course requirements of the Faculty of Graduate Studies, found in the Graduate Studies Regulations Section , students must:

• Complete a minimum of 6 credit hours of coursework at the 7000-level
• Maintain an overall GPA of 3.0 with no single grade lower than C+
• Submit an acceptable thesis and pass a candidacy examination

Course offerings

• MMIC 6010: Biological safety (3 credit hours)
• MMIC 7012: Fundamental Virology (3 credit hours)
• MMIC 7040: Clinical Bacteriology (6 credit hours)
• MMIC 7050: Microbial Pathogenicity (6 credit hours)*
• MMIC 7140: Clinical Parasitology (6 credit hours)
• MMIC 7160: The Molecular Basis of Antibiotic Action (3 credit hours)
• MMIC 7170: Molecular Biology of Animal Viruses (3 credit hours)
• MMIC 7190: Readings in Infectious Diseases (3 credit hours)
• MMIC 7210: Clinical Virology (3 credit hours)
• MMIC 7220: The Ecology of Infectious Diseases (6 credit hours)

*Students must pass MMIC 7050 with a minimum grade of C+ in order to graduate. 

For full course descriptions, please visit the Academic Calendar .

The following are minimum requirements to be considered for entry into the Medical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases PhD program. Meeting these requirements does not guarantee acceptance into the program.

To be considered for admission to the Medical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases PhD, you must have a master's degree or equivalent from a recognized university and a cumulative GPA of 3.0 in the last two years of study (60 credit hours for Canadian and US applicants).

In addition to the admission requirements described here, all applicants must meet the minimum admission and English language proficiency requirements of the Faculty of Graduate Studies .

How to apply

Applicants must interview (by email or virtually) with a potential supervisor prior to applying and obtain confirmation from that supervisor that they will accept the applicant (if the student is approved and offered admission by the Faculty of Graduate Studies). This potential supervisor must be a University of Manitoba, Department of Medical Microbiology faculty member.

The Medical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases (PhD) program accepts applications for Fall, Winter and Summer entry. Applications must be completed online and include several parts:

• $100 application fee (non-refundable)
• Unofficial copies of transcripts and degree certificates
• Supervisor support (must be confirmed prior to applying)
• Two letters of recommendation (must be requested from within the application)
• Proof of English language proficiency , if required

Please read the  Faculty of Graduate Studies online application instructions  before beginning your application.

Application deadlines

Applications are reviewed on a committee basis . The Admissions committee for Architecture reviews applications in March.

Applications open up to 18 months prior to start term.

Applicants must submit their online application with supporting documentation and application fee by the deadline date indicated.

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Applications are reviewed on a committee basis . The Admissions committee for City Planning reviews applications in March.

Winter applications are accepted on a case-by-case basis.

Applications are reviewed on a committee basis . The Admissions committee for Design and Planning reviews applications in March.

Applications are reviewed on a committee basis . The Admissions committee for Interior Design reviews applications in March.

Applications are reviewed on a committee basis . The Admissions committee for Landscape Architecture reviews applications in March.

Applications are reviewed on a committee basis . The Admissions committee for Anthropology reviews applications in March/April.

Applications are reviewed on a  committee basis . Please contact the department for admission committee review timelines.

Applications open September 1 of year prior to start term.

Applications open   up to 18 months prior  to start term.

Applications are reviewed on a  committee basis . The Admissions committee for History reviews applications in February.

Applications are reviewed on a  rolling basis .

Applications open July 1 of year prior to start term.

Applications are reviewed on a  Committee basis . The Committee for German and Slavic Studies reviews applications in February/March.

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis .

Applications are reviewed on a committee basis . The Admissions committee for Management reviews applications in February / March.

Applications are reviewed on a committee basis . The Admissions committee for Physical Therapy reviews applications in April / May.

Applications open  August 1 of the year prior to start term.

Applications are reviewed on a committee basis . Please contact the department for admission committee review timelines.

Program currently undergoing review, applications will not be opening at this time.

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Applications are reviewed on a  committee basis . The Admissions committee for Educational Administration, Foundations and Psychology reviews applications in March / April.

Applications are reviewed on a  committee basis . The Admissions committee for Education reviews applications in February / March.

Applications are reviewed after the deadline, with decisions issued in March - April.

Currently not accepting applications to this program.

Applications are reviewed on a  committee basis . Please contact the department for admission committee review timelines.

Applicants must submit their online application with supporting documentation and application fee by the deadline date indicated. Applications received by the March 1 deadline for a September start-date will receive first consideration for any available funding. Late applications will be considered on a case-by-case basis for any available funding, please contact the department for further information.

Applications are reviewed on a  committee basis . The Admissions committee for Human Rights reviews applications in January - March.

Applications are reviewed on a  committee basis . The Admissions committee for Law reviews applications in January - March.

Applications are reviewed on a  committee basis . The Admissions committee for Nursing (MN) reviews applications in April / May.

Applications are reviewed on a  committee basis . The Admissions committee for Nursing PhD reviews applications in February / March.

Applications are reviewed on a  committee basis . The Admissions committee reviews applications as per the timelines noted below each table.

Winter applications reviewed in October Summer applications reviewed in February Fall applications reviewed in June

Winter applications reviewed in June Summer applications reviewed in October Fall applications reviewed in February

Applicants must submit their online application with supporting documentation and application fee by the deadline date indicated. This includes having the support of a faculty supervisor before you apply.

Applications are reviewed on a  committee basis . The Admissions committee for Natural Resources Management reviews applications in March - June.

After the annual application deadline (see below), applications are reviewed on a committee basis by the Faculty of Social Work internal admissions committee. Once this process is complete, decisions are sent to all applicants in March / April. 

Applications open  July 1 of year prior to start term.

Applications are reviewed on a  committee basis . The Admissions committee for Social Work reviews applications in March / April.

Applications are reviewed on a  committee basis . The Admissions committee for Music reviews Fall term applications in December / January, and Winter term applications in July.

Applications are reviewed on a committee basis . The Admissions committee for Occupational Therapy reviews applications in May / June.

Master of Occupational Therapy regular program  applications open September 15 of the year prior to deadline .

Master of Occupational Therapy accelerated program  applications open October 1  of the year prior to deadline .

The name of your confirmed supervisor is required at the time of application. To identify a prospective thesis research supervisor on your application, please  contact Immunology Faculty members .

Applications are reviewed on a  committee basis . The Admissions committee for Community Health Sciences reviews applications in March / April.

The name of your preferred supervisor is required at time of application.

Applications are reviewed on a  committee basis . Students selected for in-person interview will be notified in February.

Applications are reviewed on a  committee basis . The Admissions committee for Physician Assistant Studies reviews applications in April.

Offers of admission will be released to successful applicants on May 17, 2024 from the University of Manitoba Master of Physician Assistant Studies, the same day as the University of Toronto BScPA Program and McMaster University Physician Assistant Education Program. The three institutions are pleased to provide applicants their offers on the same day to help with the decision-making process.

Applications are reviewed on a  committee basis . The Admissions committee for Pharmacology and Therapeutics reviews applications one month after the application deadline.

Applications for Pathology MSc are reviewed on a  rolling basis .

Applications for Pathologist Assistant are reviewed on a  committee basis . The Admissions committee for Pathologist Assistant reviews applications in April / May. 

The Pathologist Assistant program only admits Canadian and US students every two years. The Fall 2023 intake has been suspended. The next intake is tentatively scheduled for Fall 2025.

Applications are reviewed on a  committee basis . The Admissions committee for Statistics reviews applications in March / April.

Applications are reviewed on a  committee basis . The Admissions committee for Biological Sciences reviews applications one month after deadline.

Applications are reviewed on a committee basis . The Admissions committee for Indigenous Studies reviews applications in February and June.

Applicants must submit their online application with supporting documentation and application fee by the deadline date indicated. For those who wish to be considered for scholarships, applications must be received by January 15 of the year in which you're seeking admission.

Applications are reviewed on a committee basis . The Admissions Committee for Applied Human Nutrition reviews applications in February.

Les demandes d’admission sont évaluées par un comité . Le comité d’admission évalu les demandes durant les mois de Mars et Avril.  

Les demandes peut être surmise jusqu’à concurrence de 18 mois avant le début de premier trimestre.

Toute demande d’admission en ligne doit être déposée, avec documents à l’appui, au plus tard aux dates indiquées.

Soumettre ou continuer votre application

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The Max Rady College of Medicine is a leader in areas including immunity and infectious diseases. Learn more about what they're doing.

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There are a variety of awards and funding options to help you pay for school as a student in the Max Rady College of Medicine.

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Explore program requirements and detailed descriptions of required and elective courses offered in the Medical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases (PhD) program.

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For over 125 years, the Max Rady College of Medicine has contributed to education, research and clinical service. Western Canada’s first medical school, the College develops qualified medical graduates who distinguish themselves through excellence in clinical care, health system innovation and leadership, and internationally recognized research.

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With over 140 graduate programs across multiple faculties, schools and colleges, the University of Manitoba offers more learning, teaching and research opportunities than any other post-secondary institution in the province.

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PhD in Microbiology & Immunology

Through the PhD in Microbiology and Immunology, students will learn the dynamics of the host/parasite relationship, including the host defense systems, and the relationship of microorganisms to diseases. Upon graduation, students will have a firm foundation in methods, tools, and techniques for a career in research as well as mentorship from Georgetown University faculty who are leading experts in the field.

Our PhD program is customized to the student’s interests. Upon entering the program, students will meet with their advisors to plan their coursework and select laboratories for research rotations.

PhD students can receive merit-based aid through fellowship and assistantship awards. The awards cover tuition, stipend, student health insurance, and mandatory fees. An average of 2 students are awarded each year. Visit the Biomedical Graduate Education website for more information on PhD Funding.

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PhD in Microbiology: Fellowships, Projects, Positions, Scholarships, Programmes

Studying the biology of microscopic organisms like viruses, bacteria, algae, fungi, slime molds, and protozoa is known as microbiology. These tiny, largely unicellular organisms are studied and handled in different ways than most other biological entities. The branches of microbiology include:

Introductory Microbiology, Microbial Physiology and Metabolism, Biological Chemistry, Recombinant DNA Technology, Biostatistics and Bioinformatics, Essential Bacteriology, Basics of Virology, Medical Microbiology, Agriculture Microbiology, Industrial Microbiology, Analytical Techniques, Immunology, Microbial genetics and Molecular biology, Food Microbiology, Molecular Cell Biology and Cancer, and Environmental Microbiology.

If you want to begin a research career and perform investigations in the microbiology field after your master’s, you can find fellowship opportunities listed here.

Find a PhD in microbiology and its related areas in the UK, USA, Europe, Canada, and Australia, New Zealand. Microbiology PhD programs, scholarships, research projects, fellowships, courses, and positions are available in European countries, Germany, Switzerland, Sweden, Finland, Netherlands, Norway, etc. Here you can also find studentships, courses, offers, and fully funded opportunities, for international students.

Fellowships for PhD in Microbiology

Phd: doctoral student position (m/f/d) | receptor structures at the plant-microbe interface, max-planck-institute, germany, europe, april 11, 2024.

Published Date: April 10, 2024. A doctoral student position is available in the Förderer laboratory in the research project ‘Molecular basis of viral recognition and associated plant signalling’, at the Max Planck Institute for Molecular Plant Physiology in Potsdam, Germany. The project includes state-of-the-art cryogenic electron microscopy (cryo-EM) of proteins involved …

PhD position in Machine-learning-enabled Substrate Specificity Analysis of Carbohydrate-acting Enzymes from the Gut Microbiome, Wageningen University, Netherlands, Europe

April 9, 2024.

Last Date: 15 April 2024. Your job Would you like to participate in an exciting interdisciplinary applied science project involving both academic and industry partners to study how the microbiome is able to help humans digest diverse fibers? Do you enjoy collaboration and teamwork while being at the cutting edge …

PhD fellowship on the Consumption of Volatile Organic Compounds by Plant-Associated Microbial Communities, University of Copenhagen, Denmark, Europe

April 6, 2024.

Last Date:  05-05-2024. A 3-year PhD position on the consumption of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) by plant-associated microbial communities is offered at the Department of Biology, University of Copenhagen, Denmark. The position will be based at Center for Volatile Interactions (www.VOLT.ku.dk), a Center of Excellence funded by the Danish National Research Foundation. …

LABORATORY AND RESEARCH ASSOCIATE – 128034, School of Medicine, University of California San Diego, La Jolla, USA

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Last Date: Wed 4/17/2024. DESCRIPTION The Department of Pediatrics is one of the largest departments within the School of Medicine with approximately 250 Faculty, 127 postdoctoral fellows (both MDs and PhDs) along with over 320 support staff (not including hospital staff). In addition, the Department has 68 clinical residents distributed …

PhD Position in Chemical Toxicology, ETH Zurich, Switzerland, Europe

March 11, 2024.

Published Date: 04.03.2024. The Laboratory of Toxicology, led by Professor Shana Sturla, is part of the ETH Department of Health Science & Technology and the Institute for Food, Nutrition and Health. Broad research objectives of the group are to promote food and drug safety by elucidating mechanisms of toxicity. Researchers work …

PhD position: Study the cellular infection biology of Salmonella diarrhea with an in vivo-like tissue culture model, ETH Zurich, Switzerland, Europe

Published Date: 11.03.2024. The Hardt lab studies Salmonella diarrhea. We are interested in the molecular and cellular mechanisms that explain how the food-​borne pathogen colonizes the gut, infects the gut tissue and causes disease. Project background Salmonella Typhimurium is a common cause of diarrhea resulting in much morbidity world-wide. As we are lacking vaccines …

PhD scholarship in Bioconversion of Carbon Dioxide in a Novel Reactor Type – DTU Chemical Engineering, Technical University of Denmark (DTU), Kongens Lyngby, Europe

Last Date: 04/11/2024. JOB DESCRIPTION Are you a highly competent, ambitious, and hard-working young scientist wanting to excel in the exciting field of gas fermentation in one of the best foundations and collaboration schemes to accomplish this? Then this advertisement is for you. At DTU Chemical Engineering a PhD position …

PhD student position to investigate the metabolism of C-18 omega-3 PUFAs to oxylipins and their effect on inflammation in human cells, University of Zurich, Switzerland, Europe

February 5, 2024.

Start of employment: 1. February or upon mutual agreement. Triglyceride-based lipid emulsions form an integral part of life-saving total parenteral nutrition (TPN) and are provided to millions of patients who are unable to orally absorb the necessary daily amount of food. Although lipid emulsions are essential components of TPN, currently …

PhD Fellowship in Environmental Biotechnology, University of Stavanger, Norway, Europe

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Last Date: 4th March 2024. Job description The University of Stavanger invites applicants for a PhD Fellowship in Environmental Biotechnology at the Faculty of Science and Technology, Department of Chemistry, Bioscience and Environmental Engineering. The position is vacant from 01.08.2024 and the starting date is no later than 01.11.2024. This is a …

PhD student for 4 years. The research work is biomedical science with a focus on molecular parasitology, Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences, Sweden, Europe

Last Date: 2024-03-01. Department of Animal Biosciences. (HBIO) HBIO is part of the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Sciences and is responsible for education, research and postgraduate studies in several basic and applied scientific areas. These areas include anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, pathology, pharmacology, toxicology, breeding and genetics, immunology, bacteriology, …

Research Associate- Hollfelder Group- Functional metagenomics, novel biocatalysts for a sustainable circular economy from ultrahigh throughput screening (Fixed Term), University of Cambridge, Trinity Lane, UK

February 2, 2024.

Last Date: 1 March 2024. A postdoctoral position is available for 12 months (in the first instance, extension possible) from 1 March 2024 to work with Florian Hollfelder at the Biochemistry Department of Cambridge University (https://hollfelder.bioc.cam.ac.uk/). The project is part of the Horizon Europe project BlueTools (https://www.bluetools-project.eu/) and involves collaborations …

Research Associate in Omics of Marine Microbiomes, Faculty of Science, University of Calgary, Alberta, Canada

January 30, 2024.

Last Date: February 28, 2024. Position Overview The Department of Biological Sciences in the Faculty of Science invites applications for a Research Associate in Omics of Marine Microbiomes. This Full-time Fixed Term position is for approximately 12 months (based on length of grant funding), with the possibility of extension. Reporting to the Principal Investigator of …

PhD: Doctoral Researcher in Cell and Molecular Biology, University of Jyväskylä, Finland, Europe

January 26, 2024.

Last Date: 31 January 2024. Doctoral Researcher in n Cell and Molecular Biology, starting on 2 May 2024 or as agreed, for a maximum of 4 years. The researcher will join the ERC-funded project The Life of Giant Phages lead by Elina Laanto. We study the yet undescribed, large-sized bacterial viruses, …

PhD position in the field of “Ancient microbial genomics and infectious disease evolution”, University of Tübingen, Germany, Europe

December 21, 2023, scholarships.

Last Date: February 1, 2024. The position will start as early as May 2024 for an initial period of three years and will be primarily supervised by Dr. Maria A. Spyrou. Salary will follow the German public service scale TV-L E13, 50% . Applicants must hold a Master’s or equivalent degree in archaeological sciences, …

Senior Postdoctoral Researcher – Human Microbiome, Queensland University of Technology (QUT), Brisbane, Australia

December 15, 2023.

Last Date: 02-Jan-2024. Who are we looking for? We are seeking a Senior Postdoctoral Researcher – Human Microbiome to join School of Biomedical Sciences, Faculty of Health, Academic Division. Microorganisms have a profound influence on biological, environmental, and industrial processes, but understanding the complex dynamics of microbial communities and how …

Research Fellow – School of Biosciences – 102846 – Grade 7, University of Birmingham, England, UK

November 10, 2023.

Last Date: 23rd November 2023. Background To create and contribute to the creation of knowledge by undertaking a specified range of   activities within an established research programme and/or specific research project. The successful applicant will be driving forward a BBSRC project grant studying the turn over of cell wall polysaccharides …

PhD Student in Animal Health Economics, University of Copenhagen, Denmark, Europe

September 26, 2023.

Last Date:  01-10-2023. We are looking for a motivated candidate for a 3-year research position as a PhD Student with responsibility to estimate the economic and societal burden of selected priority diseases and health conditions. The position is to be filled by 1 January 2024, or as soon as possible …

Research Fellow (Biological Sciences), National University of Singapore, Europe

September 13, 2023.

Date: 8 Sep 2023. Location: SCIENCE, Kent Ridge Campus, SG Company: National University of Singapore Job Description The NUS Environmental Research Institute (NERI), a university-level research institute, National University of Singapore, is looking for a Research Fellow to work with Dr Darren Sim on an interdisciplinary project on plant microbiomes and their potential …

Research Associate-Fixed Term, Plant Soil And Microbial Sciences, Michigan State University, USA

September 11, 2023.

Last Date:  Sep 5, 2025. Job no: 889323Work type: Faculty/Academic StaffMajor Administrative Unit / College: College Of Agriculture And Nat ResourcesDepartment: Plant Soil And Microbial Sciences 40000781Sub Area: FAS- Fac./Acad StaffSalary: Salary Commensurate with ExperienceLocation: East LansingCategories: Education/Training, Research/Scientific, Fixed Term Academic Staff, Full Time (90-100%), Non-Union Position Summary The Plant Resilience Institute (PRI) at Michigan State University …

Post Doctoral Associate, Wastewater Genomics, University of Calgary, Canada

July 5, 2023.

Posted Date: 04-Jul-2023. Position Description Area: Genomics of Clinical and Environmental Microbes     Duration: Two-year position      Start Date: Immediate  Salary: $60,000-65,000 depending on experience/year plus benefits     The Faculties of Science and Medicine at the University of Calgary and the Faculty of Science and Technology at Athabasca University are accepting applications for a Postdoctoral Scholar in Wastewater-Based Epidemiology …

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PhD Scholarship in Medical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases at the University of Nairobi

Medical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases

The University of Nairobi, in collaboration with the University of Manitoba, is proud to announce a fully funded prestigious PhD scholarship in Medical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases. This unique opportunity is part of an ongoing effort to foster research excellence and international collaboration in critical health sciences.

The scholarship is open to graduates from the University of Nairobi with a Master's degree in relevant fields. It focuses on several key research areas: Biomedical Medical Microbiology, Immunology, emerging and re-emerging infections, and infectious diseases. 

Applications are encouraged especially from women candidates, underlining the commitment to gender equality in academia and research. The deadline for applications is set for January 31st, 2024 .

Prospective applicants must submit a well-developed research proposal, letters of recommendation, evidence of English proficiency, and a personal statement (approximately 500 words) outlining their research interests and career goals.

For more information and application procedures, contact Ms. Caren Awilly at the Department of Medical Microbiology and Immunology, UoN, via email at [email protected].

This scholarship is not just a pathway to academic and professional development but also a chance to contribute to vital research that can make a global impact in medical science.

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The Department of Medical Microbiology and Immunology at The University of Toledo is an exciting place to be. UToledo graduate students are mentored by some of the brightest research minds in the world. 

Our department is growing, thanks to the efforts of our nationally and internationally renowned faculty. Faculty members conduct research on infectious diseases, inflammatory disorders and organ transplant rejection. Our goal: help develop new vaccines and treatments that protect human health. 

The Medical Microbiology and Immunology track (MMIM) is part of the Biomedical Sciences program in UToledo's College of Medicine and Life Sciences. Students may pursue a: 

• Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences (M.S.B.S.)  
• Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) 
• M.D./Ph.D. or M.D./M.S. degree, after acceptance into UToledo's  College of Medicine and Life Sciences 

Top Reasons to Study medical microbiology and immunology at UToledo

• Full financial support. Medical Microbiology and Immunology graduate students are fully supported by a graduate research stipend. This allows students to focus exclusively on their research projects. Doctoral students receive full-tuition scholarships, as well. 
• Teaching opportunities. Available for students interested in careers in education.  
• Collaborative research. Our faculty and students work with infectious disease and immunology experts on regional, state, national and international research projects.  

The [Toledo] Blade newspaper publishes monthly articles by our Biomedical Science graduate students. Through this partnership, our students learn to communicate about their research in terms the public can understand, which is an important skill for careers in science. After their stories were published, some students were asked to speak to veteran and patient groups. 

Our students also present their research at local, regional, national and international conferences. All students are mentored and encouraged to publish their research results in peer-reviewed, scientific journals. 

• Active student groups. Network and learn. Most of our grad students participate in The University of Toledo Graduate Student Association and the Council of Biomedical Graduate Students, which holds an annual graduate research forum.   

The Medical Microbiology and Immunology program is located on The University of Toledo Health Science Campus. Students use state-of-the-art technologies in modern, well-equipped labs to understand complex microbiology and immunology problems. Facilities include: 

• Tissue culture core facility 
• Roche LightCycler 96 for quantitative, real-time PCR 
• Fluorescent and bioluminescent live-cell or whole-animal imaging 
• Luminex multiplex cytokine detection 
• BD FACSCalibur, FACSAria and FACSCanto for flow cytometry (FACS) and cell sorting 
• Transmission electron microscopy (TEM) 
• Leica multiphoton laser scanning confocal microscope 
• Histology core facility 
• Genetic analysis instrumentation center 
• Blood clinical chemistry analyzer 

All graduate students in UToledo's Medical Microbiology and Immunology department conduct research and start working in labs during their first years. Most students publish their research in peer-reviewed journals. 

UToledo's Medical Microbiology and Immunology faculty members are internationally recognized in their fields. They have strong records of graduate student and post-doctoral Fellow mentoring. 

Our faculty: 

• Serve on national and international scientific committees and organizations 
• Publish extensively and act as peer reviewers on scientific journal editorial boards 
• Are officers in national professional societies 
• Are awarded national research funding from such institutions as the National Institutes of Health, the National Science Foundation, the Department of Defense and the American Heart Association. 

Faculty research interests  include: 

• How microbes (bacteria, viruses and fungi) cause disease 
• Immune responses to infection 
• Autoimmune diseases (asthma, lupus, rheumatoid arthritis and more) 
• The development, differentiation and activation of the innate and adaptive immune systems 
• New vaccines against infectious microbes 
• The mechanisms of organ transplant rejection 

What jobs can I get with a medical microbiology and immunology degree?

UToledo faculty recognize that an M.S. or Ph.D. in Medical Microbiology and Immunology opens doors to a wide range of career options. Students receive individualized training and mentoring based on their career goals, whether they want to pursue: 

• Academic research 
• Clinical trials administration 
• Government research 
• High school or higher education teaching
• Industry research 
• Policy work/consulting 

Graduates of UToledo's graduate program have been offered post-doctoral fellowships and research positions at prestigious institutions, including: 

• Duke University 
• Harvard University 
• Henry Ford Medical Center 
• Indiana University School of Medicine 
• National Institutes of Health 
• Ohio State University 
• University of Pittsburgh 
• University of West Virginia 
• Virginia Polytechnic and State Institution 
• Yale University 

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Microbiology Scholarships for International Students

Here is the list of Microbiology scholarships for International students 2024 - 2025. Please check out following scholarships below.

Swansea University Scholarships for International Students 2024/2025 in UK

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This is a Postgraduate All Subjects scholarships for International Students at Swansea University, Swansea, UK. Students interested in All Subjects are advised to apply for Swansea University Scholarships for International Students 2024/2025 in UK.

University of Dundee Vice Chancellor Scholarships January 2025 in Scotland UK

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This is a Postgraduate, Undergraduate scholarships for International Students at University of Dundee, Dundee, UK, Scotland. Students interested in are advised to apply for University of Dundee Vice Chancellor Scholarships January 2025 in Scotland UK.

Shaanxi Normal University Xian Belt and Road Scholarship 2024 in China

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This is a Bachelor, Masters, PhD scholarships for International Students at Shaanxi Normal University, Xian, China. Students interested in are advised to apply for Shaanxi Normal University Xian Belt and Road Scholarship 2024 in China.

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This is a Bachelor, Masters, PhD scholarships for International Students at Yunnan University, Kunming, China. Students interested in are advised to apply for Yunnan University Scholarships 2024 in China.

Sejong University Graduate Scholarships in South Korea 2024

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This is a Masters, PhD scholarships for International Students at Sejong University, Seoul, South Korea. Students interested in are advised to apply for Sejong University Graduate Scholarships in South Korea 2024.

Merieux Foundation - IRD Joint PhD Scholarship 2024

• Partial Funding (Funding Up to €50,000)
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This is a PhD scholarships for International Students at France Universities, , France. Students interested in are advised to apply for Merieux Foundation - IRD Joint PhD Scholarship 2024.

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University of Sydney Australian Government RTP Scholarships 2024/2025

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This is a Postgraduate scholarships for International Students at University of Sydney, Camperdown, Australia. Students interested in are advised to apply for University of Sydney Australian Government RTP Scholarships 2024/2025.

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Anglia Ruskin University International Merit Scholarships 2024 in UK

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Texas Tech University Presidential Merit Scholarship 2024 in USA

• Texas Tech University

This is a Undergraduate scholarships for Domestic Students at Texas Tech University, Lubbock, USA. Students interested in are advised to apply for Texas Tech University Presidential Merit Scholarship 2024 in USA.

Victoria University of Wellington Tongarewa International Scholarship 2024 in New Zealand

• Victoria University of Wellington
• Masters, Postgraduate
• New Zealand

This is a Masters, Postgraduate scholarships for International Students at Victoria University of Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand. Students interested in are advised to apply for Victoria University of Wellington Tongarewa International Scholarship 2024 in New Zealand.

University of Auckland International Student Excellence Scholarship 2024 in New Zealand

• Partial Funding (Up to $10,000 for either postgraduate study or undergraduate study)
• University of Auckland
• Undergraduate, Postgraduate

This is a Undergraduate, Postgraduate scholarships for International Students at University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand. Students interested in are advised to apply for University of Auckland International Student Excellence Scholarship 2024 in New Zealand.

Australia Awards Scholarships for International Students 2024

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This is a Masters All Subjects scholarships for International Students, Australia Awards Approved Countries at Australian Universities, , Australia. Students interested in All Subjects are advised to apply for Australia Awards Scholarships for International Students 2024.

Romanian Government ARICE Scholarship 2024 (Fully Funded)

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This is a Bachelor, Masters, PhD scholarships for International Students at Romania Universities, , Romania. Students interested in are advised to apply for Romanian Government ARICE Scholarship 2024 (Fully Funded).

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Two Creighton students awarded prestigious Fulbright scholarships

Two Creighton students have been named 2024 Fulbright scholars. Benjamin Kinkor and Kate Hessman have been awarded scholarships for the 2024-2025 academic year through the Fulbright U.S. Student Program.  

The Fulbright Program is the U.S. government’s flagship international education exchange program. After a highly competitive selection process, winners study, conduct research and/or teach abroad for a year. 

Benjamin Kinkor

Kinkor is a Des Moines, Iowa native, who will graduate this May with majors in biology and Spanish/Hispanic studies . During his Fulbright year, Kinkor will be an English teaching assistant at an Ecuadorian university.  

He says, “This chance to live in another place, learn from the people there and support those who are learning English is an incredible opportunity. Selfishly as a Biology major, all the outdoor opportunities Ecuador provides are very exciting as well!”

Striving toward a future in the medical field, Kinkor notes, “cross-cultural exchange and understanding is paramount in providing the best care for every type of person and situation. By having this year abroad, I hope that my communication skills and intentionality in interacting with people from backgrounds different from my own will be strengthened significantly.” 

“ Samantha Senda-Cook, PhD , Ryan Spangler, PhD , and Carin Appleget, PhD were all paramount in empowering me to apply for the award and in encouraging me to take the time needed to express myself coherently in the application process,” says Kinkor. “Creighton's enriching cross-cultural opportunities, such as the Encuentro Dominicano Program and the Schlegel Center for Service and Justice , have both influenced my life irrevocably. I feel humbled and honored to have been a part of such a great community.” 

Kate Hessman

Hessman is a senior psychology major and business minor from Cedar Rapids, Iowa. During her Fulbright year, Hessman will be an English teaching assistant within a local secondary school in the Czech Republic. Additionally, she will work within the community through supplementary projects to further explore the local culture and lifestyle.

“I believe cultural immersion thrives off of the ability to form connections with others,” says Hessman. “I am looking forward to creating relationships with those in the Czech Republic and the opportunity to live abroad.” 

When looking to her future career plans, Hessman believes this experience will further develop her social relationships and cultural applications. “My hope is that my time working within the Czech Republic will broaden my perspective and challenge me to understand the world more deeply.” 

Hessman says this opportunity came to fruition thanks to the guidance of Creighton faculty members throughout the application process. “I strongly believe that your success is a reflection of the people who help you to get there and for me Creighton is that mirroring image.” 

Interested in applying to be a Fulbright Student? Reach out to Creighton's Fulbright Program Advisor, Samantha Senda-Cook, PhD , for more information.  

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The Doctor of Physical Therapy (D.P.T.) Class of 2026 celebrated a pivotal moment in their academic journey during the White Coat Ceremony in the John W. Nevins, M.D. '44 Auditorium on April 15. Among an audience comprising friends, family, faculty, and School of Health Sciences and Practice (SHSP) leadership, 58 students embraced their commitment to the field of physical therapy as they marked the transition to the clinical phase of their education.

Students gathered for photographs and conversations, clutching their pristine white coats, as they looked forward to their next two years of clinicals. Janet P. Dolot, M.S., D.P.T., Dr.P.H. '14, PT, OCS, professor, program director, and chief of the Division of Physical Therapy, set the tone by introducing Rabbi Baruch Fogel, M.A., of Touro University, for the invocation, followed by inspiring words for the students as they take this next leap in their educational journey. "Donning the white coat serves to remind wearers of their professional duty to practice with honor, caring, and a patient-centered approach," she said.   Edward C. Halperin, M.D., M.A., chancellor and chief executive officer, joined the ceremony remotely to share insights gained from his career, advising students to approach their roles with humility and a commitment to action in the face of challenges. He recommended, "I recommend to you that you don the white coat with humility and an intention to take action."   Ben F. Johnson, Ed.D., vice dean of the SHSP, expressed excitement about witnessing the students' journey towards fulfilling their aspirations in the field of physical therapy. "We look forward to watching you live out your dream as you move on toward the finish line of becoming a D.P.T.," he said.   Addressing the students, Catherine Curtis, PT, EdD, assistant professor of physical therapy, offered words of encouragement, urging students to trust the process, and let their passion guide them as they navigate their professional paths. "As you embark on your first clinical and future professional life, you may feel daunted by the expectations to kick out all you’ve crammed into your head," she said. "Don’t be afraid, trust the process. You have everything it takes. Let your heart guide you. Your head and hands will find a way."   Alumnus keynote speaker Jonathan Filipe, D.P.T. '16, head athletic trainer of the Brooklyn Nets and sports and orthopedic clinical specialist, delivered an empowering message, highlighting the inevitable challenges ahead while emphasizing the profound impact they will have on countless individuals throughout their careers. "These next two years, you will find many shortcomings because every profession has them," he said. "Don’t fall into the trap of letting those shortcomings override the importance and impact you’ll have on thousands of people throughout your career."   The highlight of the ceremony came as students were called forward to don their white coats, symbolizing their transition into the clinical realm. With assistance from D.P.T. faculty members, they proudly adorned their new attire before reciting the Pledge for Physical Therapy from the American Physical Therapy Association Education Section 2004, reaffirming their dedication to their chosen profession.

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Michael Ryan, MD, and Colleagues Receive Ilene B. Harris Legacy Research Fund Award

April 16, 2024 by [email protected]

Michael Ryan, MD, MEHP

Michael Ryan, MD, MEHP, director of the School of Medicine Center for Excellence in Education, associate dean for assessment, evaluation and scholarship, and professor of pediatrics, received the Ilene B. Harris Legacy Research Fund award for medical education scholarship.

Dr. Ryan will serve as co-principal investigator for a multi-institutional, one-year study, starting July 1, 2024, that will use focused ethnography to explore competency decisions in medical school. Dr. Ryan’s research project was the only research project funded out of 35 grant proposals submitted.

The goal of Dr. Ryan’s project is to produce an ethnographic description of the approaches used by six innovative medical schools to render consensus-based competency judgements on medical students. This work will help support Dr. Ryan’s PhD dissertation related to competency-based decisions in the medical student population and will aim to inform future study and innovation to further advance competency-based medical education across the continuum of training.

Dr. Ryan and Alexandra Vinson, PhD, from the University of Michigan, will serve as co-PIs for the study. Additional team members include:

• Elizabeth Bradley, PhD, and Andrew Parsons, MD, University of Virginia
• Sally Santen, MD, PhD; Matthew Kelleher, MD, MEd; and Dan Schumacher, MD, MEd, PhD, University of Cincinnati
• Rachel Stork Poeppleman, MD, MHPE, University of Minnesota
• Anita Shelgikar, MD, MHPE, University of Michigan
• Christina Vitto, MD, Virginia Commonwealth University
• Logan Jones, MD, Oregon Health & Science University
• Plilar Ortega, MD, MGM, Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education
• Pim Teunissen, MD, PhD, Maastricht University (Netherlands)

The goal of the Ilene B. Harris Legacy Research Fund, administered by the University of Illinois Chicago, is to further the mission of medical education by supporting health professions education research projects that address important problems or questions in health professions in ways that advance innovation and/or methodological approaches.

Congratulations to Dr. Ryan and his colleagues for their outstanding work in medical education.

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Gamecocks in Germany: six USC students awarded DAAD scholarships

Molly Conway, Shannon DePratter, Parker Huggins, Shruti Jadhav, Vansh Nagpal and Lydia Pless have been awarded scholarships from DAAD, the German Academic Exchange Service. This is the largest cohort of University of South Carolina students ever to earn DAAD funding for summer research and internships in Germany. Conway, Huggins and Nagpal received the DAAD RISE scholarship for undergraduate research, while DePratter, Jadhav and Pless will participate in the DAAD RISE Professional program for graduate-level students or DAAD RISE alumni.

Why it matters

These programs combine cutting-edge STEM research, mentorship and study abroad experience to connect students with an international network of experts in their fields. Participants can choose from projects in a variety of STEM disciplines to bolster their research skills.

What it offers

DAAD RISE provides opportunities for STEM students to research with Ph.D. students at top German universities. DAAD RISE Professional participants may also be placed at industry-related research institutions. Students receive a monthly stipend for their contributions, as well as health insurance and a travel allowance.

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All recipients are South Carolina Honors College students or alumni.

Molly Conway is a junior McNair scholar majoring in biochemistry and molecular biology. Conway will spend the summer in Erlangen researching the sphingolipid metabolism in the central nervous system and its effect on neuropathic disorders such as depression. In addition to research, Conway looks forward to connecting with other DAAD RISE recipients. She plans to continue her research and pursue a Ph.D. in molecular biology or neurobiology.

Senior biomedical engineering major and 2023 Goldwater Scholar Shannon DePratter will intern at Bayer Pharmaceuticals in Cologne. After graduating this spring, the DAAD RISE Professional program will allow her to fulfill her dream of studying abroad while gaining insight into her future career field, neuropharmaceutical research. Following her summer in Germany, DePratter will return to USC to earn a master’s degree in biomedical engineering.

Carolina Scholar Parker Huggins is a junior electrical engineering major. He participated in the Natural Hazards Engineering Research Infrastructure Research Experience for Undergraduates last year and will spend this summer working at the Microwaves and Radar Institute of the German Aerospace Center. His project will focus on novel multi-static synthetic aperture radar techniques for drone-based remote sensing. After graduation, Huggins plans to begin a Ph.D. program in telecommunications engineering.

Shruti Jadhav was named the 2023 USC Outstanding Senior Aerospace Engineer and is currently earning a master’s degree in aerospace engineering. A 2023 Honors graduate, Jadhav received a DAAD RISE scholarship in 2022 and is returning to Germany as a DAAD RISE Professional. This summer, she will work at the Germany Aerospace Center in Göttingen to analyze and process TSP images from wind tunnel testing. She will continue her master’s studies at USC this fall.

Stamps scholar Lydia Pless will earn a degree in biochemistry and molecular biology this spring. Pless was honored with the Betty F. Fundenberg Undergraduate Biomedical Research award in 2023 for her work in the Truex biochemistry lab. As a DAAD RISE Professional in Munich, she will engage in microbiology research. Following her experience abroad, Pless plans to attend medical school.

Vansh Nagpal is a junior computer science and mathematics major. He is also the current president of USC’s Minorities in Computing organization. The DAAD RISE scholarship will take him to Hochschule Dusseldorf, University of Applied Sciences to research the use of machine learning and different sensor calibrations for the study of autonomous vehicles. Nagpal aspires to earn a Ph.D. in computer science and pursue a career in data science or machine learning.

National Fellowships and Scholar Programs provides support for DAAD RISE and DAAD RISE Professional applicants. Students interested in learning more should contact USC’s national fellowships team .    

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