Biomedical Research Education And Training

This fall, new biomedical Ph.D. pathway students arrived at the School of Medicine Basic Sciences to begin their graduate school journeys. A week of orientation and info sessions provided them with more than an introduction to programs, policies, and research opportunities—it marked the beginning of a shared experience: discovering new questions, finding mentors, and becoming part of the SOMBS community that is dedicated to advancing biomedical science. Read More

A dozen Vanderbilt trainees with a breadth of biomedical backgrounds and career interests visited biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies, innovation spaces, and life sciences organizations in Boston, Massachusetts, over three days through the latest iteration of the ASPIRE on the Road program. Read More

The Richard M. Caprioli Award for Technology Education funds a training opportunity for selected graduate students in the biomedical sciences who seek hands-on training and education in new technologies outside of those found in their graduate research environment. The inaugural recipients were Han Noo Ri “Nury” Lee, Zachary Lehmann, and Isabella Silvestri. Read More

Denise Zannino Childree, PhD’09, used the training from her neuroscience Ph.D. to jump start a career in science policy and science communication. Currently the director of communications and strategic engagement for a geotechnical engineering firm, she reflects on her time at Vanderbilt and shares advice with current trainees. Read More

The BRET Office of Career Development’s 2026 annual career symposium brought together Vanderbilt alums and other professionals to showcase the diverse career paths available to biomedical trainees once they graduate. Through panel discussions, networking opportunities, and personal career stories, trainees gained valuable insights into careers spanning medical communications, medical affairs, industry, consulting, and beyond. Read More

Joyonna Gamble-George, PhD’16, believes that science is humanitarianism. Thanks to her upbringing and her Vanderbilt training, through the roles she has had—from entrepreneur to research scientist to policy fellow—she has focused on helping people in her personal and professional lives. Read More

The School of Medicine Basic Sciences is a remarkable community dedicated to advancing the study of human biology, health, and disease. In addition to the award-winning faculty, postdocs, and students who are at the forefront of our cutting-edge research, a large part of our school’s success can be attributed to… Read More

The 2024 Center for Structural Biology Symposium, which took place on March 28, celebrated its decades of success, research undertakings, and goal of strengthening the structural biology community at Vanderbilt. Read More