Ohio
University
Neuroscience Program
Contact:
Michael H. Rowe
Department of Biological Sciences
Ohio University
Athens, OH 45701
Telephone: (740) 593-2112
FAX :
(740) 593-0355
E-Mail: rowe@ohio.edu
WWW:
http://www.ohiou.edu/~neuro
Other Degrees Offered in the Program:
Program Established: 1989
Number of Faculty: 17
Number of
Students: 10
U.S. Citizens: 20%
Female:
50%
Number of Graduates in the Last Five Years:
7 Ph.D., 2 M.S.
Faculty Supervising Graduate Student Theses: 10
Average Number of Years to Complete the
Program: Ph.D. 5.5, M.S. 2.2
Program Description: The Neuroscience Program at Ohio University comprises an interdisciplinary group of 17 investigators with research interests in various aspects of neurobiology and muscle biology. Our research focus has been to integrate structural, functional, molecular and computational approaches to understanding the function of complex nervous systems in both vertebrates and invertebrates. The range of research techniques employed by the faculty include: molecular and cellular biology; signal transduction; computational neuroscience; electrophysiology; psychopharmacology; behavior; hybridoma technology; immunocytochemistry; intracellular staining techniques; light, electron, and confocal microscopy; and genetic probes of developmental mechanisms. The number of graduate students is relatively small allowing for close one-on-one training by their faculty advisor. Students are encouraged to develop a broad conceptual knowledge of neuroscience and narrow specialization is discouraged. Students are required to complete a core curriculum during the first two years of the program. Beyond the core curriculum, the training program is individually designed to meet the interests and needs of each student. Research experience is the core of the graduate program, which leads to writing and defense of a thesis. However, students are expected to develop formal and informal interactions with other faculty, participate in weekly journal club meetings, and participate in national meetings of scientific societies. The Program provides partial financial support for students who wish to present at national and regional scientific meetings, and to attend short courses outside the University.
Admission Requirements:
How and Where to Apply:
Graduate Program
Neuroscience Program
Department of Biological Sciences
Irvine Hall
Ohio University
Athens, OH 45701
USA
Annual Tuition and Fees: $8,000 Ohio residents, $18,000 non-residents.
Approximate Cost of Living: $10,000.
Housing Availability and Costs Per Year: Good availability; $450/month.
Day-Care Facilities Available and Costs Per Month: University as well as private day-care facilities are available. Fee scale is based on income and ranges from $200–400/child. Discounts are available for additional children enrolled.
Stipend/Assistantships and Financial Assistance: Ph.D., $16,000/year; M.S., $13,000/year (2001-02) plus full tuition scholarship.
How to Apply for Financial Assistance: Apply with application.
Last revised April 2006
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