We are pleased to announce the launch of an exciting new Master of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies with a concentration in Nanomedicine. This innovative program integrates studies in bioengineering with pharmacology and toxicology, with the goal of developing cutting-edge biological and medical solutions.

Students interested in the field of nanomedicine who are pursuing careers in the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries or seeking to enter professional programs (e.g., medical, dental, bioengineering, nursing, pharmacy) may be especially interested. To be successful, a bachelor’s degree in a science-related discipline including biology, biochemistry, chemistry, engineering, physics, or a medical/health care-related field is ideal. Applicants must have a minimum overall GPA of 3.0, and a minimum science course GPA of 3.0 to be considered for admission.

Students will master concepts for nanoscale bioengineering and design of advanced biomaterials.  Students will also master nanopharmacology principles related to the biophysical characterization, biodistribution, clearance, and pharmacokinetic modeling of nanopharmaceuticals.  Key translational nanomedicine concepts will focus on the interface between immunology and nanomedicine, immunotherapeutics, extracellular vesicle-based nanomedicine, nanotoxicology, nanomedicine manufacturing and regulation. 

Elective courses allow the program to be customized with a pharmacology or bioengineering emphasis depending on the career goals of the student, including such topics as toxicology, biomedical acoustics, mechanobiology, and machine learning.  The program is 30-credit hours and is designed to be completed within one year (three semesters).

Program Directors are Dr. Hermann Frieboes at the Department of Bioengineering and Dr. Joshua Hood at the Department of Pharmacology & Toxicology.

Please visit for more information: https://catalog.louisville.edu/graduate/programs-study/20master-of-science-in-interdisciplinary-studies-concentration-in-nanomedicine/

Please submit applications at: https://graduate.louisville.edu/admission/apply