The Department of Cellular, Molecular and Genetic Medicine (CMGM) is a bold new force in biomedical science at the VCU School of Medicine. 
Driven by collaboration and a shared vision to advance scientific knowledge, CMGM is transforming the future of academic medicine through research and education.
From the molecular mechanics of life to the complex orchestration of human physiology, our work spans the full spectrum of biomedical sciences. By integrating a broad range of scientific expertise and perspectives and fostering interdisciplinary partnerships across the school, the university and the world, we are breaking traditional boundaries to accelerate innovation and elevate impact.
Our faculty are internationally recognized researchers, passionate educators and active leaders in the scientific community. As mentors and collaborators, they are shaping the future of science by training the next generation of investigators.
In CMGM, we are reimagining what’s possible in medicine and science. With deep expertise and a collaborative vision, we are turning innovative ideas into real-world impact, from foundational discoveries to meaningful advances in human health.
Our mission
The Department of Cellular, Molecular and Genetic Medicine is dedicated to making discoveries that advance the ever-changing field of biomedical science and training the next generation of scholars and leaders. Through innovative research and collaborative education, we strive to deepen our understanding of human biology, drive scientific breakthroughs and translate knowledge into meaningful improvements in health and medicine.