Dissertation
research
The dissertation research project should represent a significant
contribution to the body of knowledge in its field and should
be deemed suitable for publication in refereed journals. The
emphasis of the research conducted by students in this program
shall be on interdisciplinary research, incorporating two or
more disciplines and with a systems approach. Research projects
may take advantage of the many research opportunities across
the life sciences on both campuses. Projects may encompass multiple
scales of study from molecular to ecosystem levels.
You are required to prepare a written dissertation describing
the completed research using the format approved by the Graduate School. An oral defense of the dissertation,
under the direction of the Research Advisory Committee and open
to all faculty members, also is required. Upon successful completion
of all degree requirements, you will graduate with the degree
of Doctor of Philosophy in Integrative Life Sciences.
