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 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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