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Oral Biology provides dental students with foundational training in core scientific disciplines such as anatomy, biochemistry, cell biology, immunology, microbiology, pathology, pharmacology, and physiology. The department also offers a robust graduate program that equips students for research careers in medical and dental sciences, leveraging the diverse expertise of its faculty. The Ph.D. curriculum mandates completion of coursework (minimum 12 credits at the 700 level plus Course 100.719 Communication Skills in Dental Research, unless exempted by prior equivalent coursework) and an original research thesis. Candidates must attend all departmental seminars and deliver annual progress presentations on their research. This doctoral program combines advanced coursework with extensive research, typically spanning four years.