Meet Our Students
Biomedical Graduate Education students learn from one another as well as from our faculty.
Student Profiles
“When I’m faced with a new challenge I remind myself who I am and who I am going to be; at which point the challenge becomes nothing more than preparation.”
— Alexzander Ballard
M.S. in Clinical & Translational Research
Master’s Students
Students come to BGE to expand their scientific knowledge, learn technical skills, and develop their abilities as leaders and innovators. They bring perspectives from different countries, cultural backgrounds, careers and life experiences to their graduate studies, fueling productive collaborations and innovations.
Scholarship Recipients
Many of our students receive scholarships and other funding — from BGE, Georgetown and outside organizations — to support their work.
“During my time at Georgetown University, I hope to discover new boundaries of my comfort zone, both as a student and as an individual.”
— Kaly Houston
M.S. in Physiology
“Service is not about doing a job; rather, service is about creating relationships and forming connections with others.”
— Richard Terranova
M.S. in Pharmacology
“I want to bring the best quality and safety to the patients that walk into the hospital where I work.”
— Christina VanBuren
Online Executive Master’s in Clinical Quality, Safety & Leadership
Student-Professionals
The training and community fostered at BGE empower our graduates to achieve professional success and social impact. Our alumni serve and lead across a wide range of careers, from academic and industry research to clinical roles and government positions.
Master’s Student Career Services Meet Our AlumniStudent Achievements
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Ph.D. Students
BGE Ph.D. students are motivated learners, innovative researchers, and enthusiastic leaders who continuously transform our academic community while becoming expert scientists. Hailing from many countries, cultures and personal backgrounds, they work together to learn, teach, and make discoveries.
Research Funding Recipients
Our students’ passion for research is reflected by their success in obtaining grants from the NIH and other organizations.
“The idea of treating patients but also being involved in the research that can improve their prospects is what motivates and drives me.”
— Michel Fallah
NINDS Ruth L. Kirschstein National Research Service Award (F30) recipient
“A lot of the advice [my thesis mentor] has given for experiments or in analyzing data and results can be applied to things that can happen outside of the lab.”
— Irfan S. Khan
NCI Ruth L. Kirschstein National Research Service Award (F30) recipient
“Talk to your mentor, thesis committee members, other students, and other awardees. Their feedback is so important and helpful.”
— Zoe X. Malchiodi
2022 NCI Ruth L. Kirschstein National Research Service Award (F31) recipient
T32 Researchers
Ph.D. students in many of our programs participate in NIH-funded T32 training programs, building their research skills and making professional connections.
Training for Excellence
Academic experiences and career supports empower our doctoral graduates to achieve successful careers in academia, government, nonprofits and business.
Ph.D. Students at Work
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