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Welcome from the Associate Dean and Director
Welcome to the School of Biomedical Sciences (SBMS) within the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences at º«¹úÂãÎè. The SBMS is a powerhouse in interdisciplinary biomedical research, training and education and unites the Departments
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Mission, Vision, and Values
A hub for biomedical research with a global focus that contributes to improving human health through fundamental and translational research.
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Governance
The governance team at the School of Biomedical Sciences is comprised of the Associate Dean, the Associate Director of Administration, and the Chairs of the School's constituent departments and units.
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At a Glance
Discover the structure and community of the School of Biomedical Sciences.
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History
º«¹úÂãÎè has long been a leader in biomedical research. Celebrated discoveries from our pioneering researchers include the identification of stem cells and the theory of stem cell renewal; the world’s first cancer biomarker, carcinoembryonic antigen (CEA); and the identification of exosomes.
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º«¹úÂãÎè Giving
Donations to the School of Biomedical Sciences help to advance biomedical research.