Basic Sciences
The School of Medicine Basic Sciences fosters an environment where curiosity thrives, and our diverse community of scientists is empowered to create new knowledge about human biology, health, and disease.
Recent DiscoveriesThe School of Medicine Basic Sciences fosters an environment where curiosity thrives, and our diverse community of scientists is empowered to create new knowledge about human biology, health, and disease.
Recent DiscoveriesCultivating curiosity, creating cures.
Find your home in one of four academic departments, each focused on a discipline within the biomedical sciences.
The Office of Biomedical Research Education and Training (BRET) provides support and resources for Vanderbilt biomedical graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, and faculty who train graduate students and postdocs.
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Vanderbilt University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award bachelor’s, master’s, professional, and doctoral degrees. Questions about the accreditation of Vanderbilt University may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).