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.
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Computational Biomedicine
& Biotechnology M.S. Program
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Latest News
Department of Computational and Systems Biology hosts 2025 annual retreat at Carnegie Science Center
The Department of Computational and Systems Biology hosted its annual retreat at the Carnegie Science Center on May 15.
Graduate Spotlight: Haiyi Mao, PhD ‘25
As Haiyi Mao graduates from the Joint Carnegie Mellon-University of Pittsburgh PhD Program in Computational Biology (CPCB), he reflects on an experience that has enriched his life personally and professionally.
PhD students earn recognition from National Science Foundation fellowship
Two students in the Joint Carnegie Mellon-University of Pittsburgh PhD Program in Computational Biology have received honorable mentions from the National Science Foundation’s Graduate Research Fellowship Program.