Training Opportunities
The Center provides research opportunities to students pursuing their undergraduate, graduate and PhD programs at Johns Hopkins University. Here, they are trained to conduct experiments with high-end equipment under supervision of post-doctorate personnel who teach them multidisciplinary models of study relevant to bone research, genetics, neuroscience, endocrinology, etc.
PhD Program
The Center for Musculoskeletal Research, officially a subsection of School of Medicine, collaborates with Whiting School of Engineering for their prestigious Biomedical Engineering PhD program.
We are proud to announce, this Fall '24, select CMR Faculty members will teach Musculoskeletal Biology & Disease to students pursuing PhD in Biomedical Engineering.
The course is available to all PhD students across Hopkins' campuses.
Program Ranked No.1
The Johns Hopkins biomedical engineering graduate programs have earned the No.1 ranking from U.S. News & World Report, in their 2024 Higher Education ranking, marking more than 30 consecutive years at the top spot.
The U.S. News rankings gives each school an average rating based on a survey of academics at peer institutions. Hopkins BME has been consistently ranked No. 1 for biomedical engineering graduate programs since 1992, when U.S. News began ranking specialty disciplines.
Multidisciplinary Approach
Although research in the Hopkins BME PhD program falls broadly into the seven core focus areas (view "Visit Now" option for more details), there is extensive overlap between these areas. Most of the research in the BME program is highly interdisciplinary, and our students form strong research collaborations with scientists, engineers, and clinicians from Johns Hopkins University and leading academic institutions from around the world.
Facilities Available
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Networking Opportunities
Collaborations are not only approachable, but also greatly encouraged. We organize seminars and networking events to connect the clinical, engineering, and basic science aspects of research.
Student Research Facilities & Responsibilities at CMR
Animal Behavior Test' Room
Students will learn to independently perform animal behavior tests. Students are encouraged to study literature to devise their own tests to assess various animal behaviors. If required, the lab procures any equipment necessary for the student.
Microscope Facility
The lab maintains three microscopes for histology and pathology imaging with color cameras, and has four options for microtome - from tissue collection to staining all results may be acquired, analyzed and viewed within the lab space.
In Vitro
We have ample apparatus and space for in vitro experiments. Seen in the image is PhD student Jiekang Wang, "I believe the lab environment keeps me competitive, benefits my career and encourages me to brain storm to develop better experiments for my study."
Hear from our past Students
“My experience as a research student in Dr. Cao's lab was truly invaluable. Encouraged to embrace curiosity and innovation, I developed a solid foundation in in vivo studies, as well as in biochemical and cellular assays. This formative training ignited my passion for impactful scientific discovery and prepared me for a career in pharmaceutical research, equipping me with essential skills in experimental design, data analysis, and critical thinking. The practical insights and expertise I gained have been pivotal in shaping my research interests and strengthening my dedication to advancing biomedical science.”
Yuhan Fu, ScM Class of 2023