Human and Statistical Genetics Program

The Human and Statistical Genetics Program at 660 South Euclid Avenue in St. Louis, Missouri, is part of the Roy and Diana Vagelos Division of Biology & Biomedical Sciences (DBBS) at Washington University in St. Louis. This program offers exceptional doctoral training in collaboration with one of the nation's top biomedical research centers. With 12 academic programs covering various scientific areas, students have the opportunity to conduct cutting-edge research that makes a difference in the field.

Students in the Human and Statistical Genetics Program explore biological systems at various levels, from molecular interactions to whole organisms. They address diverse biological questions such as host-pathogen interactions, cancer-related pathways, and nucleic acid metabolism. In addition, students expand their knowledge in data science theories and applications in biomedical informatics, applying their skills to translational science and real-world problem-solving.

The program also provides education and training in cancer biology, allowing students to make significant contributions to the field both in the laboratory and the clinic. Students can specialize in technology-intensive, quantitative approaches to molecular biology and genetics, unraveling complex genetic circuits and understanding the genetics of human disease.

Through a combination of genetic, cytological, immunological, and biochemical approaches, students examine molecular mechanisms and fundamental problems of development in various model systems. The program also covers topics beyond traditional developmental biology, including aging, cellular reprogramming, and stem cell biology.

Students in the Human and Statistical Genetics Program have the opportunity to investigate ecological and evolutionary processes that create and maintain biodiversity, combining field studies with computational, molecular, statistical, and theoretical approaches. With access to 50 laboratories, the program offers one of the largest and most diverse immunology programs in the nation.

Overall, the Human and Statistical Genetics Program at Washington University in St. Louis provides a comprehensive and interdisciplinary approach to genetics, genomics, development, ecology, and evolution. With a focus on cutting-edge research and personalized mentorship from faculty members across various departments, students in this program are well-equipped to make significant contributions to the field of biology and biomedical sciences.