Albany Medical College
Doctor's degree
Neuropharmacology and Neuroscience | |
During their first year, students participate in three laboratory rotations and courses that provide the student with a broad-based education in biochemistry, cell biology and molecular biology. Students select a mentor who supervises their graduate training. They also take courses in the principles... | |
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Albany Medical College
Doctor's degree
Cardiovascular Sciences | |
The Center for Cardiovascular Sciences offers a program leading to the Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degree. The training goals of the CCS curriculum are:
* Learn state of the art technical research skills ranging from molecular techniques to in vivo animal models of cardiovascular disease
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Albany Medical College
Doctor's degree
Cell Biology and Cancer Research | |
The Center for Cell Biology and Cancer Research (CCBCR) attracts graduate students from a variety of disciplines but all share a common interest in the study of mechanisms that regulate cell adhesion and motility as well as the tissue remodeling events required for progression of tumor growth and metastasis.... | |
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Albany Medical College
Doctor's degree
Immunology and Microbial Disease | |
The Doctor of Philosophy in Immunology and Microbial Disease:
The Center for Immunology & Microbial Disease has an emphasis on infectious disease pathogenesis and protection. The emergence of new pathogens, the increasing development of drug resistance and the threat of bioterrorism have combined to... | |
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Albany Medical College
Master's degree
Cardiovascular Sciences | |
The Center for Cardiovascular Sciences offers a program leading to the Masters of Science (M.S.) degree. The training goals of the CCS curriculum are:
* Learn state of the art technical research skills ranging from molecular techniques to in vivo animal models of cardiovascular disease
* Gain... | |
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Albany Medical College
Master's degree
Cell Biology and Cancer | |
The Center for Cell Biology and Cancer Research (CCBCR) offers graduate training programs based on a comprehensive approach to the study of the Cell Biology of Cancer. The Center's faculty is comprised of an interdisciplinary group of scientists with expertise in cell biology, molecular biology, biochemistry... | |
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Albany Medical College
Master's degree
Clinical Sciences
Nurse Anesthesiology | |
The objectives of the MS Degree Program in Nurse Anesthesiology are to prepare skilled nurse anesthesia practitioners who will have the ability to participate in both the didactic and practicum components of educational programs; undertake independent study and research; and assume leadership roles in... | |
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Albany Medical College
Master's degree
Immunology and Microbial Disease | |
The Master's Degree in Immunology and Microbial Disease:
The Center for Immunology & Microbial Disease has an emphasis on infectious disease pathogenesis and protection. The emergence of new pathogens, the increasing development of drug resistance and the threat of bioterrorism have combined to create... | |
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Albany Medical College
Master's degree
Neuropharmacology and Neuroscience
Development of the Nervous System | |
How the nervous system forms is an intriguing puzzle that has implications for genetic and environmental birth defects, and for treating neural diseases. Within the Center for Neuropharmacology & Neuroscience, a number of developmental neuroscience topics are being studied. One involves characterizing... | |
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Albany Medical College
Master's degree
Neuropharmacology and Neuroscience
Drug Development | |
Several new experimental substances are being developed within the Center for Neuropharmacology & Neuroscience that may be useful for treating substance abuse, pain, stroke, obesity, and Alzheimer's disease. Some of these studies are carried out in collaboration with pharmaceutical companies. Assessment... | |
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Albany Medical College
Master's degree
Neuropharmacology and Neuroscience
Dynamics of Transmitter Systems and Receptors | |
Chemical neurotransmission is fundamental to normal neural function, and the mechanisms underlying this process are being actively investigated. Topics being studied with the Center for Neuropharmacology & Neuroscience include regulation of transmitter synthesis and release, calcium signaling, transmitter... | |
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Albany Medical College
Master's degree
Neuropharmacology and Neuroscience
Neural Bases of Nervous System Disorders | |
Research efforts are also directed at understanding the mechanisms involved in entities such as Parkinson's disease, eating disorders and diabetic neuropathy. | |
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Albany Medical College
Master's degree
Neuropharmacology and Neuroscience
Pain and Its Treatment | |
Pain is being attacked by Center for Neuropharmacology & Neuroscience researchers in several different ways. Immunohistochemical studies of the skin are exploring the mechanims by which sensory fibers and skin cells participate in normal and and abnormal pain transmission. Other studies, utilizing... | |
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Albany Medical College
Master's degree
Neuropharmacology and Neuroscience
Stroke | |
Cerebral ischemia, or reduced blood flow to the brain, as occurs in stroke or trauma, is a significant clinical problem. Studies are aimed at understanding the pathophysiological mechanisms associated with ischemia. These involve identification of the chemical (e.g., amino acid) and cellular (e.g., astroglia)... | |
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Albany Medical College
Master's degree
Neuropharmacology and Neuroscience
Substance Abuse | |
Substance abuse represents a problem suffered by millions of people worldwide, and many Center for Neuropharmacology & Neuroscience faculty members are investigating this topic. Current studies are aimed at deciphering the mechanisms of action of opiates, cocaine, ethanol, and nicotine. This work utilizes... | |
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Albany Medical College
Master's degree
Neuropharmacology and Neuroscience
Systems/Behavioral Neuroscience | |
The study of brain functions includes the physiology of circuits involved in them. Topics studied include physiology of the basal ganglia and prefrontal cortical circuits, somatosensory organization, control of urinary function, effects of stress and cortical lateralization. | |
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Albany Medical College
Master's degree
Physician Assistant Studies | |
Albany Medical College offers a 28-month Physician Assistant Program leading to a Master of Science degree in Physician Assistant Studies.
Featuring:
• Four didactic terms of Basic and Medical Sciences
• 3 terms (12 months) of Clinical Rotations
• Core Faculty who average over 10 years of experience... | |
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