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How does DNA Determine Someone’s Predisposition to Disease?
Our department is dedicated to graduate training in human genetics research (including molecular, statistical, and bioinformatics research), public health genetics, and genetic counseling.
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Degree Programs
The Department of Human Genetics offers four master’s level programs and two doctoral programs.
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Admissions
Learn about the admissions process and requirements for the Department of Human Genetics.
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Research & Practice
Get involved in our research centers, where you can join a research project or help translate findings into practice and policy.
Highlights

Meet Our Faculty

Meet the faculty who will teach and mentor you, and learn about the innovative research projects they’re directing.

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News

Leah Gruss is seen above setting mosquito traps as part of her work with the Pittsburgh Summer Institute.

Learning by doing

Students thrive at Pittsburgh Summer Institute.

Members of the Pitt Staff Council

Public Health staff take more than a few seats at the Pitt Staff Council table

Pitt Public Health staff take leading roles on the University of Pittsburgh Staff Council.

HUGEN alums Jacqueline Cohen and Elizabeth Roy

Human Genetics alums receive fellowships from ASHG

Two Human Genetics alums receive distinguished fellowships from American Society of Human Genetics.

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