TEST: Genome, Cell, and Developmental Biology

Genome, Cell, and Developmental Biology Graduate Program

The Genome, Cell, and Developmental Biology (GCDB) graduate program offers interdisciplinary training in genetics, genomics, bioinformatics, molecular biology, biochemistry, developmental biology, cell biology, and evolution. Our cutting-edge research provides students with many options for specialization in their thesis work.

You’ll learn to plan, execute, and critically analyze experiments, along with developing skills in seminar presentations, research papers, and grant writing. The GCDB program prepares students for diverse careers, including academic research, biotech industry roles, and university teaching.

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Why come to IU Biology’s GCDB program?

Research excellence paired with a top-tier graduate training program, including rotations, core curriculum, and personalized career advice.
Diverse faculty interests, collaborative research environment, and focus on fundamental questions.
Commitment to diversity, inclusion, respect, and five years of guaranteed financial support.

Steps to becoming a GCDB graduate student

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Our “How to apply” page provides useful information common to all three Ph.D. programs in our department. But FIRST, visit our “Steps” page with information about the admissions process that may be unique to the GCDB program.

Steps to becoming a GCDB graduate student