This interdisciplinary program leads to the Doctor of Philosophy degree in biomedical sciences. It recognizes the interrelatedness of the various traditional disciplines and seeks to educate scientists who are qualified to develop this potential. Classroom and laboratory instruction stresses experiences that span a broad spectrum of knowledge. The program provides an integrated background in biological, physical, chemical, and computational disciplines in addition to in-depth training in a specific area of biomedical research. Graduates are expected to be sufficiently flexible to participate in solving a broad range of complex biomedical problems. The primary aim of the program is to prepare students for a research career. In-depth study is possible in a number of areas.<br><br>A degree in Biomedical Sciences with a concentration in Integrative Biology and Toxicology would provide an individual with scientific skills that are related to understanding and investigating integrated biological systems. This Area of Concentration prepares individuals for research careers in medical, academic, and industrial environments. The uniqueness of this concentration is its emphasis on the mammalian organism as a whole or one specific organ system as an integrated part of the whole organism. The cardiovascular system, with its endocrine and neural control, is an exciting and fruitful area for the understanding of human disease and treatment. Population-based epidemiology studies dramatically increase our understanding of human growth, development, and body composition. Studies of defense against biological and chemical threats, as well as chemical toxicology, prepare individuals for relevant and significant contributions in Integrative Biology and Toxicology is the ticket for entry into a fulfilling and lifelong scientific career.