Ph.D. degree in Synthetic Biology and Genome Engineering normally takes 5-7 years to finish. The program's goals include developing novel genome engineering tools, generating disease models and cures, and changing genomes for synthetic biology applications. Students must maintain satisfactory academic progress, pass qualifying tests, and submit a dissertation authorized by their research advisory committee. The curriculum offers advanced genetics, molecular biology, and bioinformatics courses, as well as lab rotation flexibility in the first year to assist students in selecting a thesis adviser.
