Degree Programs:

The Department of Comparative and Veterinary Anatomy, Pharmacology and Physiology (VCAPP) faculty and students participate in a variety of graduate degree programs within the University. These include Neuroscience, Pharmacology and Toxicology, Biochemistry, Genetics, Biological Systems Engineering, Bioengineering, Biotechnology and Veterinary Science. Consequently, graduate degrees may be taken via several distinct programs with concentrations in a number of specialty areas, such as the neural regulation of physiology and behavior, muscle physiology, and molecular and cellular neurobiology.

The Master of Science (MS) degree program typically takes 2-3 years, whereas the Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degree program takes 4-5 years.  Students have the opportunity to learn research techniques in areas such as electrophysiology, microiontophoresis, immunohistochemistry, cell culture, receptor autoradiography, behavioral studies, molecular biology, biochemical analysis, in vivo voltometry, microdialysis, fluorescence and electron microscopy, image analysis, and computer-assisted molecular modeling.

After completion of the three lab rotations (Neuro 531), the student will choose a mentor in the specialty area of his or her choice.  The student will also have a Thesis or Advisory Committee made up of 3-4 other graduate faculty so that the student will be well versed in the chosen specialty area.

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