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Meagan Wier, who just earned her master of science in biomedical sciences from UMMC, is working in the Department of Microbiology and Immunology this summer. She plans to enter the School of Medicine.

#UMMCGrad2020: SGSHS graduate motivates herself, others

Friday, May 22, 2020

Meagan Wier said she's had a number of stops and starts on her journey to graduate school at UMMC. After earning her master of science in biomedical sciences this spring, she's prepared to enter the School of Medicine as a member of the Class of 2024. Read More

Dr. Elliot Varney, foreground, is

New Ph.D. in research program resonates with radiologists

Monday, January 13, 2020

There’s a new degree in town – a Ph.D. in research for radiologists who set out on a biomedical imaging/bioengineering track. According to its advocates, the program reflects well - not just on the Department of Radiology, but also on the Medical Center as a whole. Read More

Distinguished alumna recounts mentors' roles at SGSHS Research Day

As part of the School of Graduate Studies in the Health Sciences' annual Research Day last Thursday, trainees heard from 2019 Distinguished Alumna Dr. Barbara Alexander, UMMC professor of physiology and biophysics. During the event, graduate students and postdoctoral fellows also presented their research as part of poster and oral poster presentations.

Published on Monday, November 4, 2019

Postdocs drive research, training at UMMC

UMMC has more than two dozen postdoctoral fellows focused on honing their skills inside and outside of the lab as they transition into independent scientists. In honor of National Postdoc Appreciation Week, meet a few of our postdocs and learn how they are improving training for their peers.

Published on Thursday, September 19, 2019

Lab coats symbolize pride, professionalism in SGSHS

The School of Graduate Studies in the Health Sciences hosted its first white coat ceremony last Thursday. For 21 incoming Ph.D. students, the school's premier event marked the beginning of their careers as biomedical researchers.

Published on Monday, August 19, 2019

UMMC confers 853 degrees in health sciences professions

The University of Mississippi Medical Center on Friday conferred degrees to 853 students who are beginning their careers in the health sciences, or entering into a new chapter of an existing one in this state and beyond.

Published on Friday, May 24, 2019

Physiologist claims UMMC's top educator honor

Published on Thursday, May 9, 2019

SGSHS REACHes elementary students for science education

Published on Thursday, March 7, 2019

Grad school names clinical pharmacist Alumnus of the Year

Published on Monday, October 29, 2018

Annual awards ceremony recognizes research achievements

Published on Thursday, October 25, 2018

Medical Center among ELP research, patent leaders

Published on Monday, October 1, 2018

Graduate School showcase aims to recruit future scientists

Published on Monday, September 24, 2018

Video: UMMC's 2018 Commencement confers 930 degrees

Published on Thursday, May 31, 2018

UMMC confers 930 degrees in health sciences professions

Published on Friday, May 25, 2018

#UMMCGrad18: Pharmacology graduate values science, service

Published on Thursday, May 24, 2018

He didn’t know if he could teach. Look at him now

Published on Thursday, May 10, 2018

Hands-on learning with Discovery U

Published on Monday, April 30, 2018

Reckelhoff earns SEC Faculty Achievement Award

Published on Thursday, March 29, 2018

SGSHS Research Day highlights trainees, Distinguished Alumnus

Published on Monday, October 30, 2017

Biomedical Sciences program experiences rapid growth

Published on Thursday, October 19, 2017