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School of Systems Biology provides a research and educational environment that allows integration of the various areas of molecular and cellular biosciences from a systems perspective.

Systems biology focuses on understanding the structure and function of biological systems on multiple levels — from molecules to organisms — through data obtained using theoretical, experimental, and computational methodologies.

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10900 University Blvd, MSN 5B3, Manassas, VA 20110
Phone: 703-993-8400
 

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School of Systems Biology Congratulates the Spring 2026 PhD Graduates

Michael Landivar

PhD in Biosciences

“Determinants of Effective Antibody Responses to Pandemic Noroviruses”

Advisor: Alessandra Luchini, PhD, School of Systems Biology

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Why the School of Systems Biology?

9

Number of degree programs offered by SSB to graduate students.

15

Average SSB Class Size

1st

Our PhD program was the first formal PhD program in Bioinformatics in the world

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Jun9

Summer Knowledge Share Series: Defensive Fundamentals – Operating with Clarity in Constrained Times

Jun 9, 2026, 12:00 - 1:00 PM

Virtual via MasonLeaps

University Business Consulting hosts an annual Knowledge Share Series each summer, which typically consists of two to three sessions which are open to all George Mason faculty and staff. Registration is available in MasonLEAPS. All sessions are offered in-person and via Zoom. Upcoming Sessions The summer 2026 series, Winning this
Jul8

Summer Knowledge Share Series: Offensive Moves – Adapting and Coordinating in a Complex Institution

Jul 8, 2026, 12:00 - 1:00 PM

Virtual via MasonLeaps

University Business Consulting hosts an annual Knowledge Share Series each summer, which typically consists of two to three sessions which are open to all George Mason faculty and staff. Registration is available in MasonLEAPS. All sessions are offered in-person and via Zoom. Upcoming Sessions The summer 2026 series, Winning this
Aug11

Summer Knowledge Share Series: Coaching Your Team – Accountability, Well-Being, and Communication

Aug 11, 2026, 12:00 - 1:00 PM

Virtual via MasonLeaps

University Business Consulting hosts an annual Knowledge Share Series each summer, which typically consists of two to three sessions which are open to all George Mason faculty and staff. Registration is available in MasonLEAPS. All sessions are offered in-person and via Zoom. Upcoming Sessions The summer 2026 series, Winning this

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