This interdisciplinary program leads to the Doctor of Philosophy degree in biomedical sciences. It recognizes the interrelatedness of the various traditional disciplines and seeks to educate scientists who are qualified to develop this potential. Classroom and laboratory instruction stresses experiences that span a broad spectrum of knowledge. The program provides an integrated background in biological, physical, chemical, and computational disciplines in addition to in-depth training in a specific area of biomedical research. Graduates are expected to be sufficiently flexible to participate in solving a broad range of complex biomedical problems. The primary aim of the program is to prepare students for a research career. In-depth study is possible in a number of areas.<br><br>A degree in Biomedical Sciences with a concentration in Education Research would provide an individual with pedagogical grounding for faculty positions in academia that require teaching and enhance the research mission for qualified faculty, notably in the College of Science and Mathematics. This Area of Concnetration prepares individuals for rewarding careers in the growing field of biomedical science education. Training in the Education Research track is designed to provide high quality instruction and research opportunities that graduates students who are well versed in biomedical educational research.