School of Medicine Division of Biomedical Sciences

Bridging the gap between science research & clinical medicine

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Division of Biomedical Sciences

The Division of Biomedical Sciences at the UCR School of Medicine has a rich tradition of high-impact research on medically relevant topics, student-centered teaching excellence and a service within the academic community.
Prof. Meera Nair with graduate student
Research that Spans Disciplines
Our faculty members are well-known in their areas of research specialization and support and foster scientific synergy between faculty researchers, postdoctoral fellows, graduate students and support staff.
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Our Degree Programs
Our Graduate Programs train independent research scientists to enable them to bridge the wide gulfs that currently exist between basic science research & clinical medicine. The program grants Ph.D. & M.S. degrees.
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Support Biomedical Sciences
Your philanthropy provides the us with the resources and tools necessary to support our students, research, clinical services and capital projects – all benefiting our mission.
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Employment Opportunities

Interested in a career in the Division of Biomedical Sciences and the UCR School of Medicine? You can find a complete listing of open positions on the employment page of the SOM website.

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Biomedical Sciences News

Biomedical Sciences News Archive
Firing neuron
October 08, 2025
New hope for MS
Scientists identify two compounds that could benefit people living with multiple sclerosis
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Demyelination of neuron
October 08, 2025
How brain myelin damage could lead to seizures in MS
Study may explain why some people living with multiple sclerosis experience epileptic seizures
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Girl has concussion
September 25, 2025
Childhood concussions may trigger long-term brain changes
Researchers call for extended care and monitoring after pediatric head injuries
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September 24, 2025
UCR SOM Participates in 2025 Rally for Medical Research
A UCR School of Medicine delegation traveled to Washington, D.C., to participate in the Rally for Medical Research on September 18, 2025. The UCR delegation was part of more than 400 researchers and experts who visited congressional offices to advocate for sustained investment in medical research. 
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CCHFV
September 23, 2025
NIH grant supports research on dangerous emerging virus
International team to study immune defenses against Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever virus
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Maurizio Pellecchia and Carlo Baggio
September 17, 2025
UCR startup secures grant to advance cancer therapy
NIH award of $2.25M funds preclinical studies that will advance Targefrin toward clinical trials for pancreatic cancer
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Header graphic with the Speak Up For Science logo overlayed on an image of a researcher
September 04, 2025
As Congress debates next year’s federal budget, join UC in speaking up for science
The University of California is launching Speak Up for Science. This growing movement of citizens, students and scientists is mobilizing to send a resounding message to America’s elected leaders: Cutting federal science spending will hurt every American.
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The Class of 2029
August 08, 2025
UCR SOM Celebrates White Coat Ceremony for Class of 2029
The UC Riverside School of Medicine welcomed 91 medical students and five biomedical sciences students at the annual White Coat Ceremony at the Student Recreation Center on Friday, August 8, 2025. This was the 13th White Coat Ceremony in the school's history and the culmination of five days of orientation activities. See photos of the event here.
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