Join a Ph.D. program at the frontier of oxidative stress, redox biology, and radiation science — with the flexibility to explore before you commit.

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Rotations

3 labs, year 1

Degree

Ph.D.

Programs

7 under BSP

Research rotations

Explore three labs across any BSP faculty before affiliating with a specific subprogram — giving you real data to make your choice.

Integrated core curriculum

A first-year program covering molecular biology, biochemistry, genetics, quantitative literacy, and critical thinking.

Flexible timeline

Seven doctoral programs are organized under BSP, letting you tailor your path while staying within a supportive cohort structure.

Application fee reimbursed

All applicants who receive and complete an interview invitation are reimbursed for the cost to apply by the Carver College of Medicine. Fee waivers are also available.

How to Apply

  • 1. Submit through BSP

    Applications are managed by the Biomedical Science Program. Visit medicine.uiowa.edu/biomed/admissions for the full requirements and portal link.

  • 2. Interview invitation

    Selected applicants receive an interview invitation. All interview costs — including the application fee — are reimbursed by Carver College of Medicine.

  • 3. Complete three lab rotations

    During your first year, you rotate through three BSP faculty labs to explore research directions before formally affiliating with a subprogram.

  • 4. Affiliate with FRRBP

    Choose the Free Radical and Radiation Biology subprogram and begin dissertation research with your chosen faculty mentor.

Questions about admissions?

Reach BSP staff at BiomedSci-Admissions@uiowa.edu or call 319-335-8306.