First Year Calendar
Core Courses Block I
- Problem-based Learning from the Literature
Topic Courses:
- Genomics and Epidemiology
- Infection and Immunity
- Metabolic Diseases
- Cancer
- Neurobiology/Neurological Diseases
- Health Service and Outcomes Research
- Cardiovascular Disease/Kidney Disease
- Respiratory Physiology/Pulmonary Disease
Core Courses Block II
- Intellectual Property: Recognition and Protection
- Commercialization: Options and Licenses, Startups, Spinoffs and Fundraising
- Regulatory Aspects, e.g., FDA Approval
- Principles and Practices of Clinical Research
- Clinical Pharmacology
- Survival Skills for Investigators
Years 1-2:
- Training Program in Translational Science and Clincial Research (via video conference with UCLA)
Years 2-4:
- Seminar Courses on Selected Topics
- Laboratory Group Meetings/Journal Clubs
- Teaching Experience (Didactic Courses for Medical Fellows)