Specialized Master of Science in Experimental Biomedical Research

The Master of Science in Experimental Biomedical Research (Sp-MScEBR) provides opportunities for a broad learning experience in the area of biomedicine. It emphasizes research training and acquisition of practical skills that will enhance your capacity to take on a future employment and/or develop a career in research.

The program includes common core teaching and a choice among three options:

• Neurosciences
  • Functioning of neural circuits and systems in health and disease in both humans and relevant animal models
  • State-of-the-art approaches for diagnosing and repairing central nervous system dysfunctions
• Infection, inflammation and cancer
  • Topics at the forefront of medical research: inflammation in cancer and metastasis, immune response to cancer, development of antibiotic resistance in infectious diseases
  • Emphasis on translational aspects and clinical relevance
• Cardiovascular and metabolic health
  • Mechanisms of cardiovascular and metabolic diseases in an integrative way
  • Integration among different organs or systems e.g., cardiovascular, renal, metabolic and endocrine systems

• Study plan

  Study plan of Master in Experimental Biomedical ResearchCurriculum overviewRecommended knowledge

• What will I learn?
  • Advanced structure and function of biological systems
  • Mechanisms underlying normal function and dysfunction of the human body at molecular, cellular and systems levels
  • State of the art methods in biomedical research
  • Essential skills: scientific thinking, formulation of scien-tific hypotheses, research project design, data analysis and interpretation
  • Practical research skills necessary for scientific investi-gations in the medical field
• What are my career prospects?
  • Academic research
  • Biotechnology
  • Pharmaceutical industry
  • Medical technology
  • Health care sector
• Who can apply?

  Students with an undergraduate degree in Life Sciences or a related subject area