Your PhD Training Begins Here!
Welcome to Michigan Physiology.
We are dedicated to making your vision for a career in science a reality!
About us
Our department is home to internationally-recognized research in physiology including basic research questions and translationally focused research on human disease
Our faculty lead laboratories and participate in the training and education of scientists and health professionals. Learn more about our faculty and their laboratories here.
Learn more about our PhD our curriculum, our career development activities, and the accomplishments of our outstanding students.
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Applicants interested in joining the Michigan Physiology PhD Program apply through the Program in Biomedical Sciences (PIBS).
PIBS offers a gateway to 13 PhD Biomedical PhD Programs at the University of Michigan.
Why Michigan Physiology?
We provide student-focused PhD training in state of the art physiology research
Our students engage in mentored research training, integrating molecular, cellular and organism approaches, with the goal of understanding human health and disease. Additional individualized training and career development opportunities will prepare you to launch your desired career in science.
Top NIH Ranked Physiology Department in the Nation
Students are Leading Internationally Recognized Research Projects
Career Development Opportunities to Meet Your Career Goals
Multiple NIH Training Grants to Support Your Research
Opportunities to serve our community and engage in STEM outreach
Welcoming, Inclusive and Supportive Environment
What our students are saying about Michigan Physiology
Lloyd Ruiz
MIP PhD Student, Joined in 2019
"The community within the department is directed toward your success in grad school. If anything comes up I have no hesitation in reaching out for clarification or assistance. I am looking forward to continuing my degree with MIP!"
Johanna Fleischman PhD '2023
Scientist, Calico Labs
"I chose the MIP PhD Graduate Program at the University of Michigan because of the emphasis on graduate student support and training. I feel that myself and the other grad students are a priority, for which I am very grateful."
Jessica Maung
MIP PhD Student, Joined in 2020
"The MIP PhD Program feels like home. Everyone is kind, welcoming, collaborative and truly cares about your well being. I joined during the pandemic and still have experienced the strong community and support that MIP has to offer."
Jon Dean, PhD '2020
Fellow, UC San Diego
"The training in the MIP PhD program allowed me to pursue research questions I am most passionate about with ample funding, resulting in multiple publications and postdoc offers. Ann Arbor is a wonderful place to call home and the department is nothing but supportive!"
Steve Guzman
MIP PhD Student, Joined 2018
"Applying to the MIP PhD Program has become one of the best decisions I have made in my research career. The program's family-like culture sets it apart from the rest!"
Chesta Jain
MIP, PhD Student, Joined 2018
"Being a part of MIP as a first generation international student has been an extremely rewarding experience professionally and personally. It takes a village to earn a Ph.D., and MIP has been that supportive community for me ."
Joanne Garbincius, PhD '2017
Fellow, Temple University
"Michigan Physiology gave me the skills to investigate mechanisms of human disease across all levels of biological function-from the single molecule to the whole animal"
Learn more about the department and life in Ann Arbor
Life in Ann Arbor
The City of Ann Arbor is home to the University of Michigan — one of the finest universities in the world and premier medical schools in the country. Ann Arbor is consistently voted as one of the best places to live work and play in the United States
Physiology Matters
Our department newsletter, Physiology Matters, gives you a look at the extraordinary accomplishments and activities by our department members.
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Our department members study fundamental questions in the biomedical sciences. They pursue excellence in all aspects of research, teaching and scientific service.