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Graduate Studies

OHSU is a leader in discovery, turning scientific ideas into solutions that change the world. In the past decade, research programs have expanded tremendously at OHSU. These robust programs, and our uniquely collegial and collaborative environment, make OHSU an exciting destination for innovative and dedicated graduate students. We offer outstanding opportunities for graduate studies in the biomedical sciences, public health, physician assistant studies and more.

Summer Research Programs

Applications are now being accepted for Summer 2012.  Application deadline is April 2, 2012.  Go to www.ohsu.edu/academic/diversity for full information.

The OHSU Equity Summer Research, Dental and Medicine Internship Program offers:

  • 8-10 weeks working with faculty and graduate students in a research setting, learning new skills, and gaining hands-on experience
  • Weekly seminars and meetings with fellow students and faculty to discuss ongoing research
  • An opportunity to present a poster presentation of your summer research project
  • Ongoing, personal mentoring about your individual career pathway from OHSU faculty
  • A paid stipend during the program

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Jamie Tuchscherer

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Upcoming Events

Regalia 2012

2012 Commencement

The 2012 School of Medicine Commencement will be held Monday, June 4, 2012 at 9 am in the Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall (1000 SW Broadway Avenue, Portland OR).

Graduate Studies 2012 Commencement Guide

Regalia - deadline to order is April 12, 2012 by 11:50 pm (Eastern Time)
Student Ordering instructions
Faculty Ordering instructions

Select a Graduate Faculty Member

Quick Facts About Research at OHSU

  • $392 million in funding—approx $325 million from federal government, including $70 million in ARRA stimulus funds  (FY2010)
  • Total ARRA awards $88 million
  • Research funding has increased more than seven-fold since 1990
  • OHSU cancer researchers were the first to develop a successful targeted treatment for cancer: Gleevec, which attacks only the cancer cells and leaves the healthy cells alone
  • We are in the top echelon of NIH funding—$264 million from NIH in FY 2010
  • OHSU is the home of a 12-T magnetic resonance imaging system
Research at OHSU
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