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University of Milan PhD in Molecular and Cellular Biology
University of Milan

PhD in Molecular and Cellular Biology

Milan, Italy

3 Years

English

Full time

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Oct 2025

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    About: The PhD in Molecular and Cellular Biology offers in-depth research training in understanding cellular structures, functions, and processes. It emphasizes innovative research methodologies and encompasses areas like genetics, cell biology, and microbiology. Students engage in pioneering research, often resulting in significant contributions to scientific knowledge in the field.
    Career Outcomes: Graduates can pursue careers in academia, research institutions, and biotechnology firms. Opportunities exist as research scientists, faculty members, or in regulatory affairs within pharmaceutical companies. Other paths may include roles in scientific communication, policy-making, or entrepreneurship in the life sciences sector.

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The programme aims to train experts in biomolecular sciences and biotechnology, promoting a molecular approach to studying complex biological problems. It fosters collaboration between research institutes, schools, and companies while emphasizing internationalization. A key aspect involves students' direct involvement in experimental research, fostering scientific and organizational independence.

The doctoral programme aims to:

  • Train scientific experts with excellent skills in the field of biomolecular sciences and biotechnology
  • Promote a molecular approach to the study of complex biological problems in model organisms (prokaryotic and eukaryotic microorganisms, animals and plants)
  • Encourage collaboration between research institutes, advanced training schools and companies in the fields of biomolecular sciences and biotechnology
  • Encourage internationalisation by promoting international scientific collaborations, involving foreign lecturers, recruiting postgraduate students from abroad, and organising co-tutored dissertations involving study periods abroad

Training activities will be characterised by:

  • A multidisciplinary approach
  • Interactivity
  • Links to the business world
  • Internationalisation

A key element of the programme is the direct involvement of doctoral students in experimental research activities. Students will work full-time on a research project, providing critical insight and suggestions, and thereby acquiring scientific and organisational independence.

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