Department Overview
Research
- Understand how cell signaling occurs and enables complex physiological function and response to the environment
- Conduct studies at every level of life, ranging from atoms and molecules, to macromolecular assemblies, to cells and cellular networks, to organ systems and entire organisms.
- Establish new paradigms in the biology of signaling and communication by practicing across multiple scientfifc disciplines including: structural biology, biophysics, cell biology and neuroscience
Approach
- Focus on quantative, cutting edge methods, with continuous innovation
- Engage in a highly collaborative, interdisciplinary environment
- Foster a culture of excellence through mentoring and discovery
- Connect to teach, learn and have fun
Scientists & Staff
- 14 Faculty drive MCP research. Our faculty includes 3 Nobel Laureates- from 3 different disciplines: Physics, Chemistry and Medicine or Physiology, demonstrating the interdisciplinary nature of MCP research
- Over 70 Postdoctoral Fellows come from all over the world to work with our faculty
- More than 30 MCP and other Bioscience Graduate Students choose MCP faculty as mentors
- Over 30 Research and Administrative Staff provide stable, professional support to the department