Program Overview
- Full-time PhD program, duration: 4 years (48 months)
- Annual intake: 1–2 students
Research Areas
- Intercellular Communication
- Open Membrane Tubular Connections
- Microenvironment Communication
- Tumor Microenvironment
- Tissue Microenvironment
- Cellular Signaling
- Cell–Cell Interaction
Eligibility
- Academic background: Master's degree in Cell and Molecular Biology or related field; or Bachelor's degree (Second Class Honours) in Cell and Molecular Biology or related field
- GPA: Minimum 3.0 (undergraduate and master's)
- Language: TOEFL 79 or IELTS 6.5; English-taught master's may waive language requirement
- References: 3 academic recommendation letters
- Other: Substantial laboratory experience
Application Windows
- Standard: Now until end of September
- Special: Year-round (with multiple communications and special evaluation by potential supervisor)
Timeline
- Now–September: Submit English CV and materials for preliminary evaluation
- October: Interview with potential supervisor for shortlisted candidates
- Before December: Submit formal application via official website after passing interview
- December–January: Faculty admissions committee interview for finalists
- February–March: Admission notification
Source URL
- TBD
Notes
- Application materials:
- Copy of academic degree certificates
- English language transcript (if applicable)
- Transcripts for all higher education, including full course and exam records, and grading standards
- 3 academic recommendation letters
- Copy of Hong Kong ID or other identification
- Assessment report from evaluation authority (required if degree awarded by overseas university via online/short-term courses)