Bryce Rowan
Bryce Rowan is a third-year doctoral candidate in the Genetics and Genomics multidisciplinary training area (MTA) of the PhD in Biomedical Sciences program. In this Q & A, he discusses why he chose to study at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai.
What attracted you to this area of study?
I am interested in translational work and being able to apply my findings to human studies in attempts to aid in improving the equitable study and treatment of neuropsychiatric diseases.
Why continue your education with a PhD in Biomedical Sciences?
I need a PhD to understand research strategies and manage multiple projects. This will enable me to become a Principal Investigator one day.
Why did you choose to study at Icahn Mount Sinai?
The resources at Icahn Mount Sinai drew me to the program. We have functional genomics datasets and biobank datasets with plenty of computational storage and computing power to properly analyze these datasets.
What activities outside the classroom have contributed to your success?
Finding community, specifically friends outside of the graduate program, helps provide balance and is necessary for work-life balance. Volunteering my time by mentoring and working to produce an environment that better accounts for mental health and wellness through the Trainee Health and Wellness program also provides me with a way to give back to the graduate school community. Having a life outside of work is imperative, and giving back is crucial to success.
What are your plans after you complete your PhD?
I’m seeking a job as a postdoctoral fellow where I can gain independent funding, while also having more independent projects. My training in the PhD program makes this a good next step for my career.