University of Pittsburgh
Computational and
Systems Biology
Solving Critical Biological Problems
Are you ready to tackle complex problems at the intersection of biology and modern technology?
In today’s rapidly evolving landscape, traditional methods alone aren’t enough to address increasingly complex biological problems. The Department of Computational and Systems Biology (CSB) is combining computational and systems-level analyses to address previously unsolvable challenges.
Our vibrant research community collaborates seamlessly with other leading programs at the University of Pittsburgh and around the globe. The result? A dynamic environment where ideas flourish and breakthroughs happen. Join us and become part of a legacy of innovation.
Code The Cure,
Build The Future
Computational Biomedicine
& Biotechnology M.S. Program
June 1, 2025 Application Deadline
Fall 2025 Start
Latest News
New study reveals cells take two different paths during EMT
PhD student Sophia Hu and Professor Jianhua Xing’s lab have developed a computational method to demystify what happens when cells go through epithelial-to-mesenchymal transition (EMT).
Alumni Spotlight: Andrej Savol, (A&S ’07; MED ’15)
When Andrej Savol went off to college, he seemed to be charting his own path. He moved from the Seattle area in Washington state all the way to Pittsburgh.
Alumnus Sahil Ganatra is bridging the gap between technology and clinical care
Sahil Ganatra, a graduate of the Computational Biomedicine and Biotechnology (CoBB) master’s degree program, is bridging the gap between technology and clinical care.