Four budding scientists presented their research to an audience of faculty, family and community supporters at Simmons Cancer Institute at SIU Medicine on August 1.

The Interdisciplinary Rotation is designed for students who have not decided which field of study they want to pursue for their graduate degree. This option allows high-achieving students the opportunity to explore multiple areas of research before choosing a Concentration to purse a thesis MS or PhD degree. In the application, students can select the Carbondale campus for the Anatomy & Neurobiology; Biochemistry & Molecular Biology; Microbiology and Molecular & Integrative Physiology Concentrations or the Springfield campus for the Cell Biology, Immunology & Cancer Biology and Pharmacology &

The MBBS Graduate Program offers financial assistance to graduate students through assistantships that include a stipend and a tuition waiver. Research assistantships are the most common, but some Concentrations offer Teaching assistantships. SIU also awards Fellowships on a competitive basis. Financial assistance depends on availability, the student’s qualifications and their academic status. Continued financial support is contingent upon the student’s satisfactory progress toward the degree and good academic standing. The non-thesis MS degrees in Biomedical Science and Pharmacology &

The minimum requirement for admission to the MBBS Graduate Program is an undergraduate degree in a biological, chemical or physical science, For thesis MS and PhD applicants a cumulative GPA of 2.7 during the BA/BS degree and a cumulative GPA of 3.0 in any graduate coursework is required. Requirements for the non-thesis MS in Biomedical Science can be found here . Each applicant must submit an online application at that contains the following: A non-refundable $65 application fee, which must be paid by credit card Choice for the degree of interest (Certificate, M.S. or Ph.D.) For thesis M.S

We are happy to answer your questions or clarify the application process. Please reach out to our office manager below. Denise Kauffman MBBS Office Manager

Why choose the MBBS program? Flexibility and customization: The MBBS program is structured under an umbrella framework, allowing you to choose research advisors and elective courses that align with your academic and professional goals. With faculty across three campuses—Carbondale, Edwardsville, and Springfield—you’ll have access to a diverse range of expertise and resources. Diverse areas of study: We offer advanced training through lectures, discussions, and laboratory research in eight distinct Concentrations. Whether you’re aiming for a career in academia, industry or health-related

OVERVIEW The Southern Illinois University School of Medicine Division of Neurosurgery is seeking candidates for the CAST-accredited Spine Fellowship. Both enfolded and post-residency applicants are encouraged to apply. The fellowship curriculum offers intensive training in comprehensive spinal care. Fellows will expertly care for both children and adults with traumatic, deformity, congenital, degenerative, neoplastic, and infectious conditions. Advanced training in minimally invasive, endoscopic, robotic, and navigated techniques for spinal decompression and instrumentation will be provided

With 1 in 5 children experiencing at least one major depressive episode each year, parents must stay on top of their child’s mental state for their success in school and their overall well-being.

With 1 in 5 children experiencing at least one major depressive episode each year, parents must stay on top of their child’s mental state for their success in school and their overall well-being.