Structural Anatomy
Rustin Reeves, Ph.D.
Research and Education Building 202
817-735-2050
E-mail: rustyr@hsc.unt.edu
Graduate Faculty: Aschenbrenner, Cammarata, I. Gryczynski, Raven, Reeves, Routh, Sheedlo, Siede, Wordinger
Adjunct Graduate Faculty: Bunata, Lichtman, Kosmopoulos, Motley, Nana, Reddix, Wagner
The Department of Cell Biology and Anatomy has a primary mission to provide instruction in cell biology, forensic genetics, and the anatomical sciences; to develop and maintain research programs; and to participate in the service endeavors of the institution and profession. The Structural Anatomy track will focus on anatomy-based research projects using advanced experimental, computational, and clinical tools to study clinical structural anatomy, orthopedic biomechanics and surgery, tissue engineering, and/or educational components of anatomical studies. The major impetus of the research in the discipline will consists of but not be limited to: (1) biomechanics, including the study of the structure, function, and mechanical behavior of soft and hard tissues; and (2) the analysis, design, and/or development of orthopedic surgical techniques, instruments, and devices used in orthopedic surgery. Research projects involving other areas, such as clinical anatomy, will be developed by students in the program. Both the human anatomy facility and the Bone and Joint Research Center at UNT Health Science Center are state-of-the-art facilities that use computer technology to teach and train medical and gradute students in the anatomical sciences.
In support of the various research programs, the department maintains state-of-the-art facilities in microscopy, tissue culture and molecular biology. Over 8,000 square feet of research space is occupied by department faculty and staff.
The department is home to the Biomedical Skills Research and Educational Laboratory which involves faculty from various basic science disciplines, as well as professionals in industry and private clinical practice.
Degree Plans
The following are typical degree plans for students in the structural anatomy discipline. It is advantageous to the student to begin graduate study in the fall semester. This degree plan may vary depending upon availability of course offerings in a given semester and each student's progress toward thesis and dissertation research.
Ph.D. Degree Plan for Structural Anatomy
Year 1: Fall
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BMSC 5301 BMSC 5302 BMSC 5135 BMSC 5160 CBAN 5140 CBAN 5390/5391 CBAN 6141 |
Integrative Biomedical Sciences I: Principles of Biochemistry Integrative Biomedical Sciences II: Molecular Cell Biology Introduction to Faculty Research Programs Biomedical Ethics Seminar in Current Topics Special Problems in Cell Biology and Anatomy Current Topics in Cell Biology and Genetics |
4 SCH 4 SCH 1 SCH 1 SCH 1 SCH 1 SCH 1 SCH |
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13 SCH |
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Year 1: Spring |
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BMSC 5303 |
Integrative Biomedical Sciences III: Physiology |
3 SCH |
| BMSC 5135 | Introduction to Faculty Research Programs | 1 SCH |
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CBAN 5305 |
Basic and Clinical Histology |
3 SCH |
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CBAN 5140 |
Seminar in Current Topics |
1 SCH |
| CBAN 6141 | Current Topics in Cell Biology and Anatomy | 1 SCH |
| CBAN 5390/5391 | Special Problems in Cell Biology and Anatomy | 1 SCH |
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| BMSC 5304 | Integrative Biomedical Sciences IV: Pharmacology | 2 SCH |
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BMSC 5305 |
Integrative Biomedical Sciences V: Immunology and Microbiology |
3 SCH |
| 12-13 SCH | ||
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Year 1: Summer |
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BMSC 6998 |
Individual Research |
3 SCH |
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CBAN 5390/5391 |
Special Problems in Cell Biology and Anatomy |
3 SCH |
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6 SCH |
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Year 2: Fall |
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BMSC 6998 |
Individual Research |
2 SCH |
| CBAN 5630 | Structural Neuroscience | 6 SCH |
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CBAN 5140 |
Seminar in Current Topics |
1 SCH |
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CBAN 5400 |
Structural and Dev. Anatomy of the Musculoskeletal and Skin System |
3 SCH |
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CBAN 6141 |
Current Topics in Cell Biology and Anatomy |
1 SCH |
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13 SCH |
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Year 2: Spring |
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BMSC 6998 |
Individual Research |
2 SCH |
| CBAN 5400 | Structural Anatomy | 7 SCH |
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CBAN 5140 |
Seminar in Current Topics |
1 SCH |
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CBAN 6141 |
Current Topics in Cell Biology and Anatomy |
1 SCH |
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CBAN 5390/5391 |
Special Problems in Cell Biology and Anatomy |
1 SCH |
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Qualifying Examination |
0 SCH |
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12 SCH |
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Year 2: Summer |
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BMSC 5400 |
Biostatistics for Biomedical Science |
4 SCH |
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BMSC 6998 |
Individual Research |
2 SCH |
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6 SCH |
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Year 3: Fall |
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BMSC 6310 |
Grant Writing |
3 SCH |
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BMSC 6998 |
Individual Research |
2 SCH |
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CBAN 5140 |
Seminar in Current Topics |
1 SCH |
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CBAN 6141 |
Current Topics in Cell BIology and Anatomy |
1 SCH |
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CBAN 5390 |
Special Problems in Cell Biology and Anatomy |
2 SCH |
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Elective (Integrative Physiology course) |
3 SCH |
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12 SCH |
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Year 3: Spring |
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BMSC 6998 |
Individual Research |
2 SCH |
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CBAN 5333 |
Embryology and Developmental Biology |
3 SCH |
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CBAN 5391 |
Special Problems in Cell Biology and Anatomy |
1 SCH |
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Year 3: Summer |
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BMSC 6998 |
Individual Research |
6 SCH |
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Year 4: Fall |
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BMSC 6998 |
Individual Research |
2 SCH |
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BMSC 6395 |
Doctoral Dissertation |
3 SCH |
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CBAN 5390/5391 |
Special Problems in Cell Biology and Anatomy |
1 SCH |
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6 SCH |
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Year 4: Spring |
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BMSC 6998 |
Individual Research |
2 SCH |
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BMSC 6395 |
Doctoral Dissertation |
3 SCH |
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CBAN 5390/5391 |
Special Problems in Cell Biology and Anatomy |
1 SCH |
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6 SCH |
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TOTAL |
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98-99 SCH |
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Advancement to Doctoral Candidacy
Qualifying Examination
The qualifying examination in Structural Anatomy must be successfully completed prior to concluding 72 semester credit hours (SCH). The main goal of the examination is to ensure that each doctoral student has a broad knowledge base in biomedical sciences and has mastered the fundamental principles of anatomy and cell biology in order to be a successful doctoral candidate and an independent researcher. The qualifying examination consists of written and oral phases. The examination will be directed towards the didactic course work of the student with an emphasis on the anatomical sciences and biomechanics. Basic knowledge and understanding of general research techniques in anatomy, cell biology, and molecular biology will be included.
The initial phase of the qualifying examination consists of a set of written questions administered by a qualifying examination committee (QEC) composed of faculty members of the Department of Cell Biology and Anatomy. Within four weeks of taking the written examination, the chair of the QEC will schedule the oral examination. The oral examination will consist of questions that further explore the student's answers in the written phase, as well as questions on additional topics in anatomy and cell biology as deemed appropriate by the QEC. The University Member must be in attendance for the oral phase of the examination.
The qualifying examination will be graded on a Pass/Fail basis. Successful completion of the qualifying exam must be accomplished before the student can register for Grant Writing (BMSC 6310). Two attempts to pass the qualifying examination will be allowed. Failure to pass the qualifying examination after two attempts will result in dismissal from the doctoral program. In this case, a student may be allowed to complete the requirements for a Master of Science degree.
Grant Writing (6310)
After passing the qualifying examination, but prior to the completion of 84 SCH, the student must register for Grant Writing (BMSC 6310). This stage of the advancement to doctoral candidacy evaluates a student's aptitude for independent thought and scientific writing. The student is required to (a) prepare an NIH-style research proposal; (b) present the proposal in a public seminar; and (c) orally defend the proposal before his/her doctoral advisory committee. The proposal should be based on an original hypothesis and should describe specific experimental approaches to address the hypothesis. The graduate advisor will appoint a member of the student's advisory committee to coordinate the process. The student will meet with the advisory committee at least twice during the semester to review drafts of the proposal. The final written proposal must be typed in NIH format and presented to the advisory committee at least two weeks prior to the public seminar and oral defense. The grant proposal and the student's oral presentation and defense will be evaluated on the basis of originality and ability to synthesize and communicate the proposal content. The student's University Member must be present for the public seminar and oral defense of the proposal. Upon successful completion of Grant Writing (BMSC 6310), the student is advanced to doctoral candidacy. Two attempts to successfully complete Grant Writing (BMSC 6310) will be allowed. Failure to pass Grant Writing (BMSC 6310) will result in dismissal from the doctoral program. In this case, a student may be allowed to complete the requirements for a Master of Science degree.
This page last updated Aug 10, 2009
