We are thrilled to announce that Dr. Yumi Kim, an assistant professor in our Biology Department, has been named a 2024 Catalyst Award recipient by Johns Hopkins University. This prestigious […]
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The Johns Hopkins Department of Biology is home to 27 research laboratories investigating a wide range of biological problems, with the unifying goal of obtaining explanations in quantitative and molecular detail.
- Degrees Offered BA, BS, MS, PhD
- Major Biology, Molecular and Cellular Biology
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Undergraduate Studies
The Department of Biology offers a rigorous undergraduate and five-year combined master’s program. Students develop a detailed, nuanced view of biology; integrating knowledge at the molecular, cellular, and organismal levels.
Graduate Studies
The Program in Cell, Molecular, Developmental Biology, and Biophysics (CMDB) offers a doctoral degree.
JHU BioREU
JHU BioREU is a Research Experiences for Undergraduates Site funded by the National Science Foundation. The 10-week summer program provides an intensive, mentored research experience.
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Dr. Rajiv McCoy Named 2024 Catalyst Awardee
The Biology Department at our university is proud to announce that Dr. Rajiv McCoy, Assistant Professor, has been named a 2024 Catalyst Award recipient. This prestigious award, presented by Johns […]
Nichole Broderick Named 2024 Catalyst Awardee
We are thrilled to announce that Nichole Broderick, Assistant Professor in the Department of Biology, has been named a 2024 Catalyst Awardee by Johns Hopkins University. This prestigious award recognizes […]