School of Medicine Student Success
Rashmita Basu
Ph.D. in Pharmacology
IUSM’s comprehensive umbrella program for incoming biomedical PhD students allowed me to explore diverse research subdisciplines, empowering me to select a lab best suited for my career development and research journey.
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Ph.D. in Medical Neuroscience
IU School of Medicine (IUSM) offers a great umbrella program for incoming biomedical science PhD students, where you get to experience research in multiple different subdisciplines before picking a lab and an advisor.
Meet SoumileeArvin Halim
Ph.D. in Anatomy, Cell Biology and Physiology
My career goal is to become a physician-scientist in the field of Nephrology, and I cannot think of a better place to train than at the IU School of Medicine which is home to an incredible network of global leaders in the field of nephrology.
Meet ArvinGabriella Hartman
Ph.D. in Medical Neurosciences
I chose IUPUI for the collaborative, cooperative atmosphere and cutting-edge research opportunities available. I felt that IUPUI would provide me with the best education and opportunities during my PhD.
Meet GabriellaJeffrey C Bloodworth
Ph.D. in Microbiology and Immunology
Indianapolis is the best of both worlds. I have all the access to cutting edge research tools and expertise and all that life in the city has to offer yet cost of living has allowed me and my wife to own a home in a great neighborhood just five miles from campus.
Meett JeffreyAndrew S. Cale
Ph.D. in Anatomy Education
I love the people here at IU School of Medicine! All the students, colleagues, and faculty here are so supportive, caring, and an absolute joy to work with.
Meet AndrewRebecca Wisner
Ph.D in Anatomy Education
Every time I have students and colleagues who stop me in the hallways to say hi or thank me for helping them in the anatomy lab makes me feel really good and validated in the career path that I’ve chosen.
Meet RebeccaNada Alakhras
Ph.D. in Biochemistry and Immunology
What I like most about Indianapolis is the people. Through my work at Lilly and studies at IUSM, I have met great colleagues and friends who are very friendly, supportive, and always willing to help.
Meet NadaKushan Chowdhury
Ph.D. in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
I appreciate the simple, yet vibrant life that Indianapolis has to offer. Having one of the lowest costs of living in the United States, Indianapolis provides graduate students a good opportunity to begin their financially independent lives.
Meet KushanTing Wang
Ph.D. in Medical Neuroscience
I like the downtown area in Indianapolis because of the good restaurants, cafes and gift shops.
Meet TingJade Harkin
Ph.D. in Pharmacology and Toxicology
As one of the largest medical schools in the US known for cutting-edge research, I was excited about the opportunity to study abroad and learn from the faculty here at Indiana University School of Medicine.
Meet JadeNeil McCracken
PhD in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
While we have always loved downtown and going to the various museums, restaurants, or sporting events, my most favorite thing is the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. The month of May in Indianapolis (during the Indy 500) is my most favorite time of year.
Meet NeilVik Meadows
Ph.D. in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
I moved to IUPUI from Texas A&M with my lab and mentor. It has been a pleasure to be a part of this campus and work to make it better for future students!
Meet VikAishat Motolani
Ph.D. in Pharmacology
After learning about the diverse state-of-the-art research ongoing at IUPUI, and the number of resources available to help graduate students succeed, I decided to come back to IUPUI for my graduate studies.
Meet AishatDaenique Jengelley
Ph.D. in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
I chose graduate school at IUPUI because of the vast areas of biomedical research on the School of Medicine campus and the many centers for biomedical research and disease. I knew I would gain a comprehensive training here at IUPUI supported by the investigators on campus.
Meet DaeniqueElizabeth Swallow
Ph.D. in Anatomy and Cell Biology
The broad diversity of research that was conducted at the Medical School was really attractive. Getting the chance to trial lots of different types of research before picking your permanent lab was great opportunity to trial the diversity of the options and gain lab experience across multiple topics and techniques.
Meet ElizabethSafa Mohamad
Ph.D. in Microbiology and Immunology
Indianapolis is a beautiful city and I love living so close to downtown. It gives me the opportunity to visit different restaurants and try different cuisines. Besides the food, Indianapolis hosts several concerts, comedians and Broadway shows which I enjoy.
Meet SafaHomaira Azim
Ph.D. in Anatomy and Cell Biology
What I especially like about the IUPUI campus itself is its multicultural environment. I am happy to see a good level of acceptance, rather than mere tolerance, for different types of people and their cultures.
Meet HomairaAntja-Voy Hartley
Ph.D. in Pharmacology
The IUSM at IUPUI has an impressive reputation as a leader in multidisciplinary cancer research, boasting facilities such as the Indiana Clinical and Translational Sciences Institute, Simon Canter Center (an NCI-designated Cancer Center), and a myriad of state-of-the-art Core facilities.
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Victor-Hugo Canela
Ph.D. in Anatomy and Cell Biology
Indiana University School of Medicine offers an environment where students and faculty alike are passionate about biomedical, clinical and translational research.
Meet Victor-HugoImade Imasuen-Williams
Ph.D. in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
I wanted to join a graduate program that would not only provide me with exceptional training to become an independent investigator but would also be a good support system and an advocate for my training experience.
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Tong Wu
Ph.D. Cellular and Integrative Physiology
I heard about Indiana University School of Medicine (IUSM) through U.S. News when applying to graduate school in the USA. I discovered that IUSM is a pioneer in cancer, immunology, pediatrics, hematology, and metabolic diseases research.
Meet TongJared Smith
M.D. / Ph.D.
I really enjoy the downtown area with its sports teams and restaurants. I live ten minutes from downtown and am still very close to the shopping centers and restaurants of suburban Indianapolis.
Meet JaredBidisha (Eshaani) Mitra
Ph.D. in Microbiology and Immunology
The canal adds to Indianapolis’ beauty and the walk by the canal on a summer evening is the most refreshing thing to do. Museums and national parks in and around Indianapolis are great for weekend visits.
Meet BidishaLakshmi Prabhu
Ph.D. in Pharmacology - Alumna
My favorite academic accomplishments include winning the Charles R. Bantz Award of Excellence, and being named as one of the Elite 50, an award that recognizes curricular and extracurricular achievement of top 50 students among IUPUI’s 8,100 graduate student population.
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