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Gut Microbiome Affects Alcohol Preference by Influencing Brain’s Reward System

Scientists discover that Candida albicans, overly abundant in people with alcohol use disorder, triggers immune response that alters dopamine signaling in mice.

A 3D illustration of the fungus Candida albicans

Uniting the Best Minds to Understand How the Brain Works

In Chris Dulla's lab, scientists focus on what causes epilepsy and how to develop new treatments.

A head-and-shoulders sketch of Chris Dulla in a blue blazer

GSBS Relays 2025

Students, faculty, and staff came together for a day of athletic competition at the GSBS Relays.

Tufts Researchers Develop Innovative Model To Study Sense of Smell

A new study suggests that stem cells thought to be dormant may offer clues to why our sense of smell declines or is lost.

A representative picture of an organoid grown by Brian Lin and team - in fact, the researchers said, it was the first one they ever saw.

2025 School Commencement Ceremonies

On May 18, GSBS and TUSM honored 540 graduates of their doctoral and graduate programs.

Michael Chin, dean of GSBS, speaking at a podium

Uncovering Key Genetic Mechanisms in Fat Cell Development

Tufts scientists decode the RNA signals that decide whether fat stores or burns energy.

Featured Programs

Biomedical Science PhD Programs

GSBS is home to five PhD programs in biomedical sciences that prepare students for careers in research in academic or the biotechnology industry

MD/PhD - MSTP

In collaboration with Tufts University School of Medicine, GSBS provides the PhD training for MD/PhD students. All PhD programs are open to our MD/PhD trainees.

This new research-intensive Masters prepares students for careers in biotech and for PhD study. Students can choose one of four biomedical disciplines as their focus: Genetics, Molecular & Cellular Biology; Immunology; Microbiology; or Neuroscience.