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Professor Harry Noller has been awarded the 2007 Paul Ehrlich & Ludwig Darmstaedter Prize for his "outstanding contributions to the 3-D molecular characterization of the complex protein-synthesizing apparatus of cells, the ribosome - an unexpected insight into the RNA world" [Details]
NEWS
September 17, 2008 — Scientists at the University of California, Santa Cruz, are now able to sequence DNA using next-generation high-throughput instrumentation. These amazing new DNA sequencing methods promise to revolutionize the study of gene expression and evolution. [Details]
September 9, 2008 — UCSC alumnus Joseph DeRisi, whose breakthrough creation of a viral detection platform for malaria and other infectious diseases, has been selected to receive the 14th annual Heinz Award for Technology, the Economy and Employment. [Details]
September 9, 2008 — UC Santa Cruz researchers attracted a record $131 million in external grants to the campus in the 2007-08 fiscal year, an 18 percent increase over the previous year. [Details]
July 9, 2008 — Researchers at the University of California, Santa Cruz, have discovered a type of gene regulation never before observed in mammals--a "ribozyme" that controls the activity of an important family of genes in several different species. [Details]
Your donation to our department helps support fundamental discovery and education of relevance to cancer, stem cell differentiation, and infectious disease. To donate now, follow this link and direct your gift to the Department of Molecular, Cell & Developmental Biology. Thank you. |
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| FACULTY & RESEARCH |
| Molecular, Cell and Developmental Biology (MCDB) faculty are leading researchers in their fields, and maintain well-funded laboratories at the cutting edge. Interaction and collaboration between MCD research groups and researchers from other departments leads to unique opportunities in answering the challenging questions in biology using powerful methods available through bioengineering, bioinformatics, and chemistry. [Faculty associated with MCDB Research] |
| The department is internationally known for its strength in RNA biology, and in chromatin and chromosome biology. Emerging strength is developing in neurobiology, stem cell biology and differentiation, and cell structure and function. The widespread use of model eukaryotes and vertebrate systems combined with the application of whole genome technologies makes our department a formidable research organization. [Research Clusters] |
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| GRADUATE PROGRAM |
The Department has led the way in the development of an umbrella program for exceptionally qualified applicants for graduate training. Graduate students are admitted to one of three tracks: Molecular, Cell and Developmental Biology (MCD Track), Mechanistic, Structural and Chemical Biology (MSCB Track) or Bioinformatics and Computational Biology (BCB Track). Students rotate through three labs before identifying their thesis lab. Core courses and additional graduate classes are taken in preparation for an oral exam in which two research proposals are designed and defended by the student. The program is supported by a National Institutes of Health Training Grant as well as other resources available from within the university. Stipends are competitive and upon receiving their Ph.D., most students go on to postdoctoral positions or to jobs in the biotechnology industry.
To apply, use the online application system: Apply!
We are especially interested in supporting the research training and careers of underrepresented groups. For more information visit: Minority Access to Biomedical Research Careers |
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| UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS |
| Molecular Cell & Developmental Biology sponsors these degree programs: |
Health Sciences BS
Molecular Cell & Developmental Biology BS
Neuroscience & Behavior BS
Neuroscience & Behavior BA
Biology BS
Biology BA |
| Interdisciplinary degree programs: |
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology BS
Bioengineering BS
Bioinformatics BS
For more information visit the Biological Sciences Undergraduate Program |
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