Lab Rotations
Laboratory rotations are an important part of the first year of the Graduate Program. They give students the opportunity to experience different research projects, different laboratory and mentoring styles, and allow the faculty to assess the interests and aptitude of the students. All PhD and MD/PhD students must complete rotation(s) in laboratories before declaring a dissertation advisor and a Multidisciplinary Training Area. While it is acceptable to join a lab after 1 successful rotation, students are encouraged to find two matches before terminating their rotations and joining a lab. If an incoming student worked as a research technician in an ISMMS laboratory prior to becoming a graduate student, they may choose their former employer as their dissertation advisor, but only if the mentor agrees that the time as a technician suffices for a research rotation. The rotation serves the primary goal of aiding in the choice of dissertation advisor.
THE GOAL OF THE ROTATION IS TO FIND A LAB. This should be an environment that provides a training experience in which students can thrive and reach their full potential.
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