Topic: Graduate Program

Learn from scientific pioneers at Skaggs Graduate School

The Skaggs Graduate School of Chemical and Biological Sciences at Scripps Research offers a top-10 ranked doctoral program that empowers graduate students to make high-impact discoveries at the interface of chemistry and biology. Roughly 400 PhD students, both in La Jolla, California, and Jupiter, Florida, are currently enrolled in the program, working with almost 150 graduate program faculty members. Almost 1,000 students have earned doctoral degrees from the program since its inception in 1989. The Skaggs Graduate School immerses doctoral students in intensive laboratory research from day one. World-renowned faculty impart knowledge and expertise as mentors and advisors. Students customize their course curriculum to match individual research interests while exploring multidisciplinary topics across the spectrum of chemistry and biology.

From humble beginnings | Behind the Bench with graduate student Alex Salazar

Originally from the Antelope Valley, Alex's journey from her hometown to the renowned Scripps Research in La Jolla is a testament to perseverance and passion. From growing up in an underserved neighborhood to researching alongside a Nobel Laureate, she’s proving that anyone can become a researcher and help shape the future.

Keary Engle Named Dean of Scripps Research’s Skaggs Graduate School of Chemical and Biological Sciences

Scripps Research has appointed Professor Keary Engle to the role of Dean of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies, effective July 1, 2024, and will lead the institute's Skaggs Graduate School of Chemical and Biological Sciences and other education and training programs.

What does Scripps Research mean to you? | Part three

Embark on a journey into the heart of scientific breakthroughs with Scripps Research. From the frontier of artificial intelligence to pioneering precision medicines, our postdocs, grad students and junior faculty are paving the way for transformative advancements in healthcare, climate science and beyond.

What Does Scripps Research mean to you? | Part two

Embark on a journey into the heart of scientific breakthroughs with Scripps Research. From the frontier of artificial intelligence to pioneering precision medicines, our postdocs, grad students and junior faculty are paving the way for transformative advancements in healthcare, climate science and beyond.

What Does Scripps Research mean to you? | Part one

Embark on a journey into the heart of scientific breakthroughs with Scripps Research. From the frontier of artificial intelligence to pioneering precision medicines, our postdocs, grad students and junior faculty are paving the way for transformative advancements in healthcare, climate science and beyond.

Celebrate the journey: Graduation Day 2024

In May 2024, Scripps Research's Skaggs Graduate School awarded doctoral degrees to its 32nd graduating class. Professors and faculty share their wisdom to the 59 students who graduated. Among "be bold, be curious and take the world by the horns," hear what else they had to say.

Scripps Research’s Skaggs Graduate School awards doctoral degrees to 32nd graduating class

Skaggs family also honored at commencement ceremony as first recipients of Scripps Research Presidential Medal

Skaggs Graduate School at Scripps Research | 32nd Annual Commencement Ceremony

The Skaggs Graduate School of Chemical and Biological Sciences at Scripps Research is pleased to present our 2024 Commencement Ceremony, celebrating our 59 newest doctoral degree recipients who comprise Scripps Research’s 32nd graduating class. Held on Friday, May 17, 2024, the event featured introductions of the graduating students by their faculty mentors, recognizing their academic achievements and scientific accomplishments, as well as a keynote address by noted chemist and Scripps Research alumnus Phil Baran. We hope you enjoy this celebration of research and discovery, as well as the tenacity, creativity and incredible promise demonstrated by these young scientists.

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