Graduate Bulletin
Anatomy, Ph.D.
Admission Requirements and Deadlines
Application Deadline:
Fall: January 15
[December 15 for international applicants]
Spring: September 1
[August 1 for international applicants] The department has a rolling admissions policy. Applications are evaluated as received up until the application deadline. It is advantageous to apply early.
Letters of Reference:
Number Required: 3
From Whom: College/university faculty members familiar with academic and research competence
Coursework Required forAdmission Consideration:
A B.A. or B.S. degree with a substantial background in the sciences. Such a background can include: 16 credits of biology, 12 credits of chemistry, 6 credits of mathematics, and 9 credits of physics.
Master's Degree in Discipline/Related Discipline:
No.
Bachelor's Degree in Discipline/Related Discipline:
Yes. A degree with a substantial background in the sciences. Such a background can include: 16 credits of biology, 12 credits of chemistry, 6 credits of mathematics, and 9 credits of physics.
Statement of Goals:
The Statement of Goals should be approximately
500-1,000 words and should include the following
elements: your interest in Temple's program, in particular; your research goals; your future career goals; and your
academic and research achievements.
Standardized Test Scores:
The GRE is required. Scores from the GRE tests are expected in the 50th percentile or higher.
The GRE Subject Exam in Biology is required. Minimum TOEFL score or range of scores needed to be accepted:
600 or higher paper-based; 250 or higher computer-based.
Program Requirements
Campus Location:
Health Sciences
Full-Time/Part-Time Status:
Students are required to complete the degree program through classes offered before 4:30 p.m.
General Program Requirements:
Number of Didactic Credits Required Beyond the Master's: 45
Required Courses:
The Department of Anatomy and Cell Biology participates in the "Interdisciplinary Program in Biomedical Sciences" at the Temple University School of Medicine. The program requires Ph.D. and M.S. students to take a defined set of courses over the first two years:
-2 courses from the "Foundations of Biosciences Series" of the Interdisciplinary Program, comprising either a basic or advanced biochemistry course, and a course on Molecular and Cell Biology (see the School of Medicine Graduate Studies Website).
-2 1-s.h. courses comprising Scientific Communication, Scientific Integrity, and Bioethics
-2 courses from the "Integrated Biosciences Series" from the following list:
Molecular Approaches to Research
Principles of Physiology
Principles of Pharmacology
Principles of Organ Pathology
Principles of Genetics
Principles of Development
Cancer Biology
Host-Pathogen Interactions
Cell Structure and Function
Proteins and Enzymes
Biostatistics
While study is tailored to suit individual interests and needs, a program of study can include courses and laboratory work in cell, developmental, and molecular biology, as well as courses in the anatomical sciences (gross anatomy, neuroanatomy, histology, and embryology). The number of credit hours required to complete the program ranges between 45-55.
Internship: No internship is required.
Language Examination: No language examination is required.
Culminating Events:
Dissertation:
Dissertation Advising Committee Information:
The Dissertation Advising Committee is formed to oversee the student's doctoral research and is comprised of at least three Graduate Faculty members. Two members, including the Chair, must be from the Anatomy and Cell Biology Department. Committee compositions must be approved by the departments graduate committee. The Chair is responsible for overseeing and guiding the student's progress, coordinating the responses of the Committee members, and informing the student of his or her academic progress.
Dissertation Examining Committee Information:
The Dissertation Examining Committee evaluates the student's dissertation and oral defense. This committee is comprised of the Doctoral Advising Committee and at least one additional Graduate Faculty member from outside the Anatomy Department. The Outside Examiner should be identified no later than the beginning of the semester in which the student will defend the dissertation.
Advisor/Committee Information:
If a student needs to change a member of a Committee, the new member must be approved by the departments graduate committee and registered with the Department Secretary, School of Medicine's Graduate Studies Office and the main campus Graduate School.
Announcing the Dissertation Defense:
After the Department Secretary has arranged the time, date, and room, for the defense, the student must send to the Graduate School (501 Carnell Hall) a completed "Announcement of Dissertation Defense" form at least 10 working days before the defense.
Contacts
Program Contact Information:
www.medschool.temple.edu/Anatomy_and_Cell_Biology/index.html
Department Information:
Dept. of Anatomy and Cell Biology
School of Medicine
3400 N. Broad Street
Philadelphia, PA 19140
eoleszak@temple.edu
215-707-3160
Department Contacts:
Admissions:
Program Coordinator:
Emilia L. Oleszak
eoleszak@temple.edu
215-707-7657
Graduate Chairperson:
Emilia L. Oleszak
eoleszak@temple.edu
215-707-7657
Chairperson:
Steven Popoff
steven.popoff@temple.edu
215-707-3163
About the Program
The Department of Anatomy and Cell Biology is located on Temple University's Health Sciences Campus (HSC) and is part of the School of Medicine. By instituting new and innovative interdisciplinary training programs, we meet the many research challenges of the present and future. The Department of Anatomy and Cell Biology, with our distinguished faculty and state-of-the-art facilities, has made a solid commitment to be innovative leaders in preparing our students for biomedical careers in academia, government or industry. The Department has excellent research facilities for molecular and cell biology, including molecular histology core facility, in situ hybridization, histo-and cytochemistry, immunofluorescence imaging and electron microscope.
Time Limit for Degree Completion: 7 years
Campus Location:
Health Sciences
Students are required to complete the degree program through classes offered before 4:30 p.m.
Department Information:
Dept. of Anatomy and Cell Biology
School of Medicine
3400 N. Broad Street
Philadelphia, PA 19140
eoleszak@temple.edu
215-707-3160
Ranking:
Not applicable.
Accreditation:
Not applicable.
Areas of Specialization:
The varied research interests of the faculty
allow the students a breadth of research possibilities.
The principal research frontiers in Anatomy and
Cell Biology rely extensively on molecular and
cellular approaches and techniques. Our graduate
students will therefore, receive training in these
areas. Areas of particular strength in the department
are: (1) Skeletal Biology, e.g., regulation of
skeletal development and metabolism, structure & function
of bone cells, etiology of metabolic bone diseases,
including, osteoporosis and inflammation-mediated
osteopenia. (2) Cardiovascular Biology, e.g.,
regulation of cardiac myocyte growth, fine structure
and function of cardiac muscle, regulation of
commitment and differentiation of cardiac myocytes.
(3) Reproductive Biology, e.g., genetics and cell
biology of sperm function, reorganization of DNA
during spermatogenesis, development and function
of Sertoli and germ cells. (4) Neurobiology, e.g.,
properties of the neuronal cytoskeleton. (5) Neuro
Virology and Neuro Immunology including inflammatory
demyelinating diseases. Several of the faculty
have joint appointments in other departments/research
centers which provides another avenue for interaction
and exchange of ideas between students in our
department and faculty.
Job Placement:
The Department of Anatomy and Cell Biology offers graduate work leading to the Doctor of Philosophy degree as preparation for a career of research and teaching in cell biology and modern anatomy. The program of instruction and training has the flexibility to meet a variety of career goals focused around biomedical research and teaching in diverse settings, including academic, pharamaceutical industry,and/or governmental.
Affiliation(s):
Not applicable.
Interdisciplinary Study:
This listing highlights the expertise and areas of research for the Anatomy and Cell Biology's faculty. Their insight provides you with a breadth of research possibilities using molecular and cellular approaches to study mechanisms vital to human health and disease. Your work will be supported by a variety of facilities. These include a molecular histology core facility, optical and electron microscopy, computer-based image processing and analysis, protein chemistry, molecular biology and tissue culture.
Study Abroad:
No.
Licensure:
Not applicable.
Non-Degree Student Policy:
Non-matriculated students are permitted to take up to 9 graduate credits. If accepted to the program, those courses may be applied toward the degree program.
Financing Opportunities
Research Assistant (RA) Research Assistants are expected to devote about 20 hours per week on average to research obligations. RA's will be assigned to a faculty member or principal investigator who is investigating a specific research project The appropriate subjects are determined by consultation between the student and the student's research and academic advisors. Students will be supported for the first year with departmental funds. Upon successful completion of the oral exam at the end of the first year (Preliminary Part I) the student will be supported by his/her mentor using research grant funds. University fellowships are also available. A satisfactory level of performance must always be maintained, as described, in the Policies and Procedures document for this program.
January 2006
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