UMass Chan Medical School

Leading and innovating in education, research, health care delivery and public service

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What makes UMass Chan Medical School unique?

Research

Home to a culture of collaboration that sparks fresh innovation

At UMass Chan Medical School, groundbreaking scientific discoveries are fueled by collaboration across labs, departments and schools. Researchers Victor R. Ambros, PhD, and Craig C. Mello, PhD, whose discoveries garnered Nobel Prizes, cite our unique culture as a driver of innovation.

Learn more about their basic science breakthroughs

Education

#1 in the Northeast for primary care education

Primary care education is at the core of our founding mission. Ours is recognized annually as one of the best programs in the nation. Here, faculty and staff ensure that the next generation of physicians are prepared to deliver high-quality, evidence-based, patient-centered care.

Community

Science advocacy that matters. And gets recognized.

National media outlets are relying on our community of experts to explain the impact of federal funding delays and cuts. The New York Times Magazine’s cover story showcases our scientists and leaders advocating for the future of biomedical research.

See how members of our community are fighting for science

News

Getting Results…

November 05, 2025

MD/PhD student Bethany Berry reprises role as student trustee

MD/PhD student Bethany Berry is reprising her 2022-23 role as UMass Chan Medical School’s student representative on the UMass Board of Trustees.

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November 03, 2025

PhD candidate Katherine Murphy receives NIH grant for innovative prostate cancer research

PhD candidate Katherine Murphy received a Ruth L. Kirschstein National Research Service Award Individual Predoctoral Fellowship for her pancreatic cancer research.

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October 30, 2025

Chancellor Collins testifies on behalf of Gov. Healey’s DRIVE legislation; bill would support research at UMass Chan

Chancellor Collins testified in favor of Gov. Maura Healey’s Discovery, Research and Innovation for a Vibrant Economy (DRIVE) legislation.

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Explore our schools

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Morningside Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences

Learn in an environment where students drive world-class research and innovation in areas such as biochemistry, biostatistics, cancer biology and neuroscience.

Tan Chingfen Graduate School of Nursing

Prepare for a career as a nurse, nurse practitioner or nurse scientist, led by distinguished faculty who promote health equity to improve health and quality of life.

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T.H. Chan School of Medicine

Pursue one of the nation’s best primary care educations, with a focus on patient-centered care in urban and rural communities or an MD/MBA or MD/PhD option.

Virtual tour

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About Worcester

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