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
Graduate Spotlight: Andrew McNutt, PhD ’24
Andrew McNutt, a recent graduate of the Joint Carnegie Mellon-University of Pittsburgh PhD Program in Computational Biology (CPCB), is making his mark in drug discovery.
Fighting lymphoma inspired alumnus Lidio Meireles to push the boundaries of transplant donor matching
Alumnus Lidio Meireles is leveraging the power of machine learning to find suitable donors for patients seeking stem cell transplants.
Graduate Spotlight: Caroline Larkin, PhD ‘24
CPCB graduate Caroline Larkin is paving her own path and integrating science into the things she loves. The CPCB program helped her to find her research niche at the intersection of biology and virology.