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.

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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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

February 10, 2026

Graduate student awarded 2026 American Heart Association Predoctoral Fellowship

Ting-An Lin will investigate molecular links between microplastics exposure and atherosclerosis

January 27, 2026

Scientists find hidden diversity inside common brain parasite

UC Riverside study reshapes understanding of toxoplasmosis and identifies new paths for treatment

January 23, 2026

How a single gene shapes gut health and IBD risk

UC Riverside studies reveal PTPN2’s role in keeping harmful bacteria in check and preventing inflammation

December 23, 2025

Fathers’ microplastic exposure tied to their children’s metabolic problems

UC Riverside-led mouse study finds microplastics affect male and female offspring differently

December 15, 2025

Scientists identify small RNA molecule that regulates cholesterol and heart disease

Discovery points to new “upstream” drug targets for preventing atherosclerosis

November 24, 2025

New clues to why some animals live longer

RNA “editing” process offers an explanation

November 21, 2025

A fast, lasting defense against a deadly virus

Scientists create a vaccine that shields against Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever within days and protects for over a year

November 18, 2025

Microplastics hit male arteries hard

UC Riverside-led mouse study finds link between microplastic exposure and atherosclerosis