At the University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine, we empower researchers and students to transform health care and address the world’s most pressing medical challenges.
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The Pharmacology Department is dedicated to understanding and curing diseases through the study of chemical agents on biological systems. Our researchers combine principles of molecular biology, biophysics, electrophysiology, pathology and more to create a comprehensive foundation for deepening our understanding of treating diseases.
The Microbiology and Immunology Department studies how bacteria, viruses, fungi and protozoan interact with the human body. By understanding their molecular structures, life cycles and mechanisms of pathogenesis, we help prepare the next generation of physicians, researchers and health care professionals to develop life-saving treatments and vaccines.
The Physiology and Cell Biology Department conducts cutting-edge research to further understand biological mechanisms and improve health care outcomes. With access to numerous core facilities and distinguished faculty, our researchers foster scientist-clinician partnerships, advance clinical trials and develop novel therapeutics.
Molecular biosciences graduate program welcomes students at 2026 orientation and symposium
Graduate students showcase advanced research across molecular and biomedical sciences
Advancing discovery, expanding hope
How the UNR Med and Renown Health affiliation is transforming clinical research in Nevada
Inside the state’s first and only integrated academic health system at UNR Med and Renown Health
Work with teams of diverse faculty and staff passionate about advancing medical research and education.
Researchers at UNR Med are provided with modern lab spaces, core facilities and cutting-edge equipment. In partnership with Renown Health, researchers can develop clinical trials and novel therapeutics to improve health care for the local and global community.
All of my instructors have been very kind and happy that I ask for help, which has been so relieving. I acknowledge that I have so much to learn and I try my best embrace the fact that I have an amazing opportunity to learn from my peers and experts in my program.
Lauren Parker - Ph.D. Student, Cellular Molecular Pharmacology and Physiology
Research at UNR Med spans clinical, translational and biomedical research opportunities. We boast a multi-year NIH grant focused on cardiovascular research, as well as distinguished faculty who are leaders in smooth muscle biology, novel therapeutics for rare muscular dystrophies, and the development of vaccines for infectious diseases. Students and researchers alike are afforded the opportunity to engage in real-world problem solving and life-changing scientific discoveries.
We can help you contribute to the global medical community from right here in the heart of Northern Nevada.
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