Rutgers University-Camden is one of three regional campuses of Rutgers University, a public land-grant research university consisting of four campuses in New Jersey. It is located in Camden, New Jersey. Founded in 1929 as the South Jersey Law School, Rutgers-Camden began as an amalgam of the South Jersey Law School and the College of South Jersey. It is the southernmost of the three regional campuses of Rutgers—the others being located in New Brunswick and Newark. It is classified among "R2: Doctoral Universities High research activity".
Genetics at Rutgers University-Camden is a significant area of study and research integrated within the Department of Biology and the interdisciplinary Center for Computational and Integrative Biology CCIB. This structure fosters a collaborative environment for exploring genetics from foundational concepts to advanced computational and molecular applications. Students have ample opportunities for hands-on research with faculty mentors, gaining valuable experience in diverse areas such as developmental genetics, regulatory genome studies, and the mechanisms of drug action. Undergraduate students typically pursue a Bachelor of Science in Biology with a strong emphasis on genetics, while graduate students can engage in related programs like Computational Biology, Molecular Biosciences, and Genetic Counseling. The program leverages modern facilities to support cutting-edge research and provide robust experiential learning.
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