Molecular Medicine and Mechanisms of Disease “M3D” PhD Program
Students receive rigorous interdisciplinary training designed to prepare them for translational research. Three core courses focus on mechanisms of disease, the impact of basic science on medicine, and human genetics, providing a rigorous intellectual foundation. Students also participate in one or more courses designed to provide an interface with the clinic and clinical medicine; learn basic statistics; and choose additional electives from the deep and varied menu offered by UW basic science and engineering departments. The M3D Program is designed for students to complete PhD training in five years, ready to take the next step in diverse careers in academia, biotech, the pharmaceutical industry, education, publishing or public policy.
The M3D PhD Program is a collaborative effort among the University of Washington School of Medicine, Department of Laboratory Medicine & Pathology, SCRI (Seattle Children’s Research Institute) and Fred Hutch Cancer Center.