The BMS logo was originally designed by Lynn Craig, daughter of Dr. Michael Craig
Summary Mission Statement
Through its programs of study at the undergraduate and graduate levels, the Department of Biomedical Sciences provides scientific knowledge, research opportunities, academic and career advisement, and community interactions and services that prepare students, health professionals, and citizens for opportunities and challenges of the 21st century.
Graduate Programs in the Biomedical Sciences
The Department of Biomedical Sciences offers two Graduate Programs. Information about admission and degree requirements is available through the links in the navigation bar.
- Master of Science in Cell and Molecular Biology
- Master of Science in Nurse Anesthesia
Undergraduate Programs in the Biomedical Sciences
The Department of Biomedical Sciences offers three undergraduate majors. Information about these majors is available through links in the navigation bar.
- Cell and Molecular Biology
- Dietetics
- Clinical Laboratory Sciences/ Medical Technology
The Department of Biomedical Sciences offers four undergraduate minors. Information about these minors is available through links in the navigation bar.
- Biomedical Sciences (BS and BA degrees)
- Exercise Biology
- Molecular Biology
- Nutrition
Pre-Health Professions Information
The preparation for future careers in medicine, dentistry, optometry, and many other health professions is supported by majors and minors in the Biomedical Sciences. The department maintains an extensive list of information pages about these professions. Access to the links, information, and advisement for these professions is available through the Pre-Health Professions Index on the left navigation bar.
Faculty and Staff
Information about the faculty and staff of the Department of Biomedical Sciences can be found by clicking the Faculty and Staff link in the left navigation bar.
Student Organizations
A number of student organizations are supported by the Department of Biomedical Sciences: the Missouri State University Student Dietetic Association, Student Society of Cell and Molecular Biology (CMB Club), Pre-Dental Student Organization, the Pre-Optometry Student Organization, and the Missouri State University Premedical Society.
Department of Biomedical Sciences Newsletters
The Department of Biomedical Sciences' online newsletter, Biomedical Times, is published periodically. A draft of the most current newsletter is typically loaded on the Missouri State server and modified periodically during development. Biomedical Times provides information about new programs in the BMS Department, student and alumni news, faculty and student news, and various items of interest to students, parents, and visitors to the Web site. If you have news you would like to see on the BMS Newsletter, contact the newsletter editor with the details. Newsletters can be assessed by clicking the newsletter link in the left navigation bar.
Becoming a Supporter and Contributor
The students, faculty, and staff in the Department of Biomedical Sciences appreciate the financial support or contributions of scientific equipment for education and research from our alumni, students, and corporate friends. Information for contributors and a pledge form are found in the Information For Contributors link in the navigation bar to the left.