Biophysics and Biophysical Chemistry

Biophysics and Biophysical Chemistry

In addition to its participation in the Program in Biochemistry, Cellular, and Molecular Biology (BCMB) described earlier, the Department of Biophysics and Biophysical Chemistry provides training for outstanding students with interests in such quantitative areas as crystallography, enzymology, kinetics, protein design, and mathematical computer modeling, which fall outside the scope of the BCMB Program. Two separate training programs are available. The Program in Molecular Biophysics (PMB) is a large training program involving about 35 faculty members from both campuses of the University. The Biophysics and Biophysical Chemistry Program is a small program tightly centered around the Department of Biophysics and Biophysical Chemistry, and is appropriate to applicants with varied interests and diverse training backgrounds. Requirements for these two programs are given below. Applicants should feel free to discuss with the department which program is most appropriate for them.

Molecular Biophysics

The Program in Molecular Biophysics (PMB) was established in 1990 and has evolved continuously over the years to provide its student participants with training in both the fundamental principles of biophysics and contemporary advances in the field. Over 35 faculty, members of 12 departments throughout the University, offer opportunities for learning in diverse and changing areas of research. The carefully designed set of courses and intensive laboratory work integrate various aspects of molecular biophysics into a dynamic curriculum.

Johns Hopkins has long been a leading research institution of world renown. The Hopkins biophysics community is known for its collaborative and congenial atmosphere. Students are encouraged to forge innovative paths by seeking the advice of other biophysicists and forming collaborations that enhance their research. PMB is committed to making the resources of experiment, theory, and computation available to its scientists.

In keeping with an institution of its caliber, a large number of technology hubs and instrumentation facilities are available to Hopkins researchers.

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As a global university with students from all over the world, we welcome all kinds of experiences and new ways of thinking. We’re here to connect international students with the resources you need to become leaders and active members in our community and beyond. 

Please email [email protected] with any general international admissions questions. You can also email your regional admissions counselor if you have any questions specific to the area where you live or study.