Biochemistry & Cancer Biology

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At 麻豆官网首页入口, the Biochemistry and Cancer Biology (BCB) PhD program empowers you to lead life-changing, life-saving research in cancer and molecular biology. Building on the university鈥檚 strengths in interdisciplinary collaboration, you'll explore the complexities of cancer through a curriculum grounded in biochemistry, pharmacology, immunology, and genetics. While you have research opportunities, cancer biology remains a central focus鈥攄riven by collaborative teams tackling one of the world鈥檚 most urgent health challenges. As a BCB student, you鈥檒l thrive in a supportive environment with access to cutting-edge facilities and world-class faculty, gaining the experience needed to advance cancer care and biomedical science. Graduates go on to make significant contributions to cancer research and therapy development through postdoctoral fellowships, academic faculty positions, pharmaceutical companies, and biotech startups and more.

Ready to lead the next breakthrough in cancer research? Join the BCB PhD program and turn your passion into discoveries that save lives.

Admissions Contact

Lauren Schoem, MS
Assistant Director, Graduate School Admissions

(706) 721-9516
BIOMED@augusta.edu

Program Director

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Darren Browning

"Each student who joins the BCB program becomes a part of a family that works together to ensure that students are not only successful, but enjoy the journey."

Program Contact

Darren Browning, PhD 
Program Director 
dbrowning@augusta.edu

Student Testimonials

Karina Aguilar

"I chose my degree program because the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology is very collaborative. I like that I can ask for help if needed from other Professors and everyone is friendly and knowledgeable."

- Karina Aguilar

Dominique Monroe

"My career goal is to become a PI investigating ways to reduce the harmful effects of Radiation on Astronauts in space."

- Dominique Monroe

The Graduate School

The Graduate School at 麻豆官网首页入口 facilitates ground-breaking research and ensures outstanding education. We create an environment that embraces and empowers the next generation of scholars and investigators, supports faculty and staff, and fosters meaningful relationships and collaborations among students across our programs and colleges.

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