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Molecular and environmental toxicology is an interdisciplinary field examining how environmental toxins affect living organisms and their behavior in ecosystems. The UW-Madison Molecular and Environmental Toxicology Center's graduate program equips students with specialized expertise while fostering a comprehensive grasp of diverse approaches to solving environmental toxicology challenges. This collaborative initiative is supported by the School of Medicine and Public Health, College of Agricultural and Life Sciences, School of Veterinary Medicine, and School of Pharmacy, connecting researchers across multiple departments focused on these critical issues.
The center administers both PhD and MS programs in molecular and environmental toxicology, overseen by a faculty executive committee. The curriculum emphasizes two primary tracks: investigating chemical-induced disease mechanisms and studying chemical behaviors in the environment. These tracks further specialize into areas like metabolic/genetic toxicology, neurotoxicology, immunotoxicology, ecotoxicology, bioremediation, and environmental chemical assessment. Students complete a foundational core curriculum complemented by advanced specialized courses, while conducting research mentored by the center's graduate faculty.
International applicants must have a degree comparable to a regionally accredited U.S. bachelor’s degree.
English Language Requirement
Minimum TOEFL requirement: 92 internet (iBT); 580 paper-based test (PBT)
Minimum IELTS requirement: 7.0