Graduate Programs in the
Natural and Mathematical Sciences Astronomy (PhD)
Microbiology (PhD)
Biochemistry (MS)
Molecular, Cellular and Developmental Biology
Biophysics (Interdisciplinary PhD)
(Interdisciplinary PhD; combined MD/PhD)
Biostatistics (PhD)
Molecular Genetics (PhD)
Chemical Physics (PhD) Chemistry (MS, PhD)
Ohio State Biochemistry Program (Interdisciplinary PhD)
Earth Sciences (PhD)
Neuroscience
Environmental Science (Interdisciplinary PhD)
Evolution, Ecology and Organismal Biology (MS, PhD)
Mathematics (MS, PhD)
(Interdisciplinary PhD)
Physics (PhD) Statistics (MS, PhD)
Ohio State is a top-tier research university. Our science faculty is well-supported by a variety of major grants from both the public and private sector, nationally and internationallyrecognized for leading-edge research in their fields, and committed to training the next generation of scientists.
ASTRONOMY Outstanding programs in observational astrophysics and theoretical astrophysics, leading the search for extrasolar planets. astronomy.osu.edu
BIOCHEMISTRY Biotechnology MS Program: Focused biotech career training. MS Thesis Option: Core biochemistry courses + specialized electives. chemistry.osu.edu
BIOPHYSICS
Ohio State’s highly-regarded, comprehensive
Using the tools of physics and related sciences, students seeks answers to basic biological questions.
graduate programs, extensive resources,
biophysics.osu.edu
modern facilities, and diverse research opportunities provide unparalleled preparation for success as an independent researcher.
BIOSTATISTICS Students choose either a Theory Track or an Applied Track. Program offered by ASC’s Statistics Department and Public Health’s Division of Biostatistics. biostatistics.osu.edu
CHEMICAL PHYSICS Exciting, extreme science: high-temperature plasmas to studies at near absolute zero; astrophysics to materials science; elementary particles to supramolecular assemblies. chemphys.osu.edu
CHEMISTRY Comprehensive programs provide exceptional training in analytical, biological, inorganic, organic, physical and theoretical chemistry. chemistry.osu.edu
EARTH SCIENCES Studies cover the earth: Global and Environmental Change; Geological Sciences, Earth and Planetary Dynamics, Geodesy and Geospatial Science.
MOLECULAR, CELLULAR AND DEVELOPMENTAL BIOLOGY Students research the basic underpinnings of life at all levels. PhD and combined MD/PhD offered, with the College of Medicine’s Medical Scientist Program.
earthsciences.osu.edu
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE Students take on a range of important environmental problems and conduct basic research on ecological processes and effects. esgp.osu.edu
EVOLUTION, ECOLOGY AND ORGANISMAL BIOLOGY Top scholars conduct basic and applied research worldwide: animal behavior, insect physiology, marine biology, habitat ecology, genetically-engineered plants, and more.
biosci.ohio-state.edu/~mcdb
molgen.osu.edu
biosci.ohio-state.edu/pcmb
MOLECULAR GENETICS
NEUROSCIENCE Students develop leading-edge expertise in an area of contemporary neuroscience and adaptation skills to succeed in an exciting, rapidly-moving field. ngsp.osu.edu
OHIO STATE BIOCHEMISTRY PROGRAM Multidisciplinary research approaches to the biochemical basis of life and disease.
math.osu.edu
www.biosci.ohio-state.edu/~biochem
MICROBIOLOGY
microbiology.osu.edu
STATISTICS
Home to a dynamic RNA research group, students explore fundamental questions in modern genetics, using model organisms — from bacterial pathogens to the fruit fly.
Do the numbers — Two MS options: Mathematical Biology; Mathematics for Educators. PhD: algebra to topology and everything in between.
Individualized approach to graduate study — students design a curriculum that complements their research project, across a broad spectrum of inquiry.
physics.osu.edu
Work on Master of Applied Statistics (MAS) (careers in business, industry, or government); MS (career prep or foundation for PhD programs); PhD ( mathematical statistics; applied and theoretical courses, in one of country’s best statistics programs.
eeob.osu.edu
MATHEMATICS
PHYSICS One of nation’s top physics programs covers every facet of contemporary physics research; headed by leading scholars in their fields.
WORLD-CLASS RESEARCH CENTERS Byrd Polar Research Center Internationally-recognized leader in polar and alpine research conducted throughout the world, focuses on the role cold regions play in the Earth’s overall climate system.
Center for Emergent Materials Part of a 27-center nationwide network established and funded by NSF to facilitate integrated research on emergent materials and foster active collaboration between universities and industry.
Mathematical Biosciences Institute (MBI) Funded by NSF, the MBI brings biologists, mathematicians, and statisticians together to tackle a variety of important problems; offers targeted workshops and public lectures on timely topics.
cem.osu.edu
mbi.osu.edu
bprc.osu.edu
A Commitment to Diversity Our graduate programs provide equal opportunity and are strongly committed to broadening the participation of historically underrepresented groups.
Contact Information: Patrice Dickerson Assistant Dean
(614) 247-4461 dickerson.144@osu.edu
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