About the Department
The Department of Physiology and Functional Genomics at the University of Florida is a balanced department with faculty expertise in both cellular and molecular techniques, plus organ physiology techniques.
program types
Master’s and Ph.D. Program
Students can earn a Master’s or Ph.D. degree with a concentration in Physiology and Functional Genomics.
Certificate Program
Students can earn a graduate certificate in Medical Physiology or Medical Physiology with a specialization in Cardiovascular/Renal Physiology through our online program.
Research
Research/Centers and Programs
View exciting research from our faculty!
From Gene Therapy to Muscle Physiology, our faculty are engaging in highly funded groundbreaking research.
Department faculty
Meet Our Faculty!
Faculty in the Department of Physiology and Functional Genomics are engaging in cutting-edge research and using active learning techniques to teach students at all levels of collegiate learning.
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Upcoming Events
Conferences and Events
See a list of conferences and events related to the Department of Physiology.
Seminar Series
Seminar Series
Click link below for a list of past and present seminars this semester.
recent News and awards
AI technique reveals dysfunctional gut microbiome…
Article authored by Doug Bennett, featuring Department of Physiology and Functional Genomics faculty member Bruce Stevens, Ph.D.
Dr. Karyn Esser, Ph.D. Awarded New R01
Karyn Esser, Ph.D. was awarded a new R01 (R01AR079220) entitled “Circadian Clock and Muscle Health.” The overall objective of this grant is to…
Dr. Erica Dale, Ph.D. Receives MBI Career…
Erica Dale, Ph.D. was awarded a $50,000 MBI Career Accelerator Award to assist with preliminary data acquisition for a R01 application (link). …