The PhD Programme in Biomedical Sciences aims to be a centre of excellence for advanced training in biomedical research, fostering the development of highly qualified, independent and internationally competitive researchers capable of addressing complex biological and medical challenges. The Programme is strongly committed to translational biomedical research, with the goal of generating new knowledge and innovative therapeutic approaches that can contribute to the improvement of human health.
The Programme’s vision is grounded in the integration of cutting-edge research with advanced theoretical and practical training, within a dynamic, multidisciplinary, interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary environment. Through the complementary expertise of its academic staff and strong collaborations with national and international research institutions and industry partners, the Programme promotes scientific dialogue across disciplines and encourages innovative, high-impact research projects.
A strong emphasis is placed on internationalisation, mobility and openness, with training fully delivered in English and with opportunities for doctoral candidates to engage in international research networks, mobility programmes and collaborative projects abroad. Continuous interaction with academic, industrial and societal stakeholders ensures that the Programme remains aligned with the evolving scientific landscape and professional needs.

Objectives
The PhD Programme in Biomedical Sciences aims to:

• provide advanced scientific training in biomedical research, with a strong focus on molecular, cellular, physiological and translational approaches;
• develop the ability to design, conduct and critically evaluate original and high-quality research with increasing scientific autonomy;
• promote multidisciplinary, interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary approaches through interaction among different biomedical fields and collaboration with external research institutions and industry;
• strengthen internationalisation by offering training fully delivered in English and encouraging mobility, international collaborations and participation in global research networks;
• foster the acquisition of advanced methodological, technological and computational skills relevant to contemporary biomedical research;
• develop transferable skills, including scientific communication, grant writing, data management;
• prepare doctoral candidates for diverse career paths in academia, public and private research institutions, industry, healthcare and science-related sectors.