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Master of Science : Translational Research

Program Description

The Master of Science in Translational Research will focus on multidisciplinary research skills needed to carry out bench to bedside translational research. The primary objective of the program is to train individuals to combine basic science knowledge with clinical knowledge and population research in an academic program that awards a credential indicating expertise in research study design, biostatistics, translational research technologies, experimental therapeutics, and a wide variety of elective courses so that the trainee may tailor the program to their specific career goals. Individuals eligible for this program must have an MD or a PhD or be enrolled in a training program leading to either degree. The core courses for the MS in Translational Research are epidemiology, biostatistics, translational research methods, experimental therapeutics, and translational research seminars.