About DCMB

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Advancing Computational Methods & Tools for Medical Breakthroughs

We lead data science research to accelerate basic and translational biomedical research.

DCMB Vision

The vision of the Gilbert S. Omenn Department of Computational Medicine and Bioinformatics (DCMB) is to advance the understanding of biological mechanisms and to accelerate biomedical discovery and translational research. Learn more about DCMB Research.

DCMB supports biomedical science through the development of powerful computational and biomedical data science methods, including novel Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) approaches.

DCMB trains and mentors the next generation of innovators and leaders in this field, in an interdisciplinary research culture where everyone is valued.

 

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Bioinformatics Graduate Programs

In DCMB’s Bioinformatics Graduate Program (BGP), we train the next generation of innovators and leaders in this field. We offer well established PhD and MS training programs that are tailored to each trainees’ interests and goals. We constantly review our curriculum to offer courses in leading-edge knowledge and expertise.

Our students can benefit from two NIH T32 pre-doctoral training grants: The Biomedical Informatics and Data Science Training Program (BIDS-TP; NIGMS) and the Proteogenomics in Cancers Training Program (NCI).

The Bioinformatics Program has graduated over 140 PhD students and 233 master’s students. These alumni are now leading researchers in organizations such as Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, the Mayo Clinic, Ambry Genetics, Thermo Fisher Scientific, Microsoft and Google. On the academic professional path, they are at Vanderbilt University, the National University of Singapore, John’s Hopkins University, and, of course, the University of Michigan.

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Center for Computational Medicine & Bioinformatics

Brian Athey, Muneesh Tewari, Gilbert Omenn
DCMB Chair Brian Athey, PhD, and CCMB co-directors Muneesh Tewari, MD, and Gilbert S. Omenn, MD, PhD.

The Center for Computational Medicine and Bioinformatics (CCMB) provides a foundation for developing new and innovative research directions by combining expertise across schools, departments, and areas of research. 

The Center gathers over 140 faculty members from a variety of disciplines including bioinformatics, biomedical data science, and translational precision health informatics. These faculty are available to mentor our trainees to develop their career in research. 

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DCMB FACULTY

DCMB faculty are passionate contributions to the field and national leaders in their sub-disciplines. Their diverse experience spans the bioinformatics and clinical research continuum.

LEADERSHIP

Learn more about the department’s leadership.

CCMB SEMINAR SERIES

Join the CCMB Seminar Series on bioinformatics topics, Wednesdays at 4PM EST.

Message from the Chair

The Department of Computational Medicine and Bioinformatics has the vision, programs, facilities, faculty, and top-notch students to transform lives and push the boundaries of science. The U-M and Ann Arbor are unique and special, making DCMB the place to be!

Brian Athey, PhD
Michael Savageau Legacy Professor & Chair, Department of Computational Medicine & Bioinformatics, Professor of Psychiatry
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DCMB Leadership Team

Brian Athey

Brian D Athey, PhD

Professor
Gilber Omenn

Gilbert S Omenn, MD, PhD

Professor
Alla Karnovsky

Alla Karnovsky, PhD

Associate Professor
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Margit Burmeister, PhD

Professor
Maureen Sartor

Maureen Sartor, PhD

Professor
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Alan Phlipot

Chief Department Administrator

Upcoming Events

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10 28 2026 4:00 pm 10 28 2026 - 5:00 pm

CCMB Seminar: Lindsey Muir, PhD

Join the CCMB/DCMB Seminar Series on bioinformatics, Wednesdays at 4 PM EST. Featuring guest speakers, sponsored by the U-M Gilbert S. Omenn Department of Computational Medicine & Bioinformatics.
10 29 2026 12:00 pm 10 29 2026 - 1:00 pm

DCMB Tools & Technology Seminar: Xiao-Su (Frank) Hu

Join us for the DCMB Tools & Technology Seminar Series featuring a presentation by Xiao-Su (Frank) Hu from MIDAS. Enjoy a complimentary pizza lunch while learning about innovative research and cutting-edge tools.
11 3 2026 3:00 pm 11 3 2026 - 4:00 pm

CCMB Tuesday Popup: Biomedical Gen AI Learning Community

A student-led space to explore the latest GenAI tools, share AI-augmented research workflows, and think critically about how we stay "human" in an increasingly automated world. Open to anyone in the UM bioinformatics and biomedical community.
11 4 2026 4:00 pm 11 4 2026 - 5:00 pm

CCMB Seminar: Peter Toogood, PhD

Join the CCMB/DCMB Seminar Series on bioinformatics, Wednesdays at 4 PM EST. Featuring guest speakers, sponsored by the U-M Gilbert S. Omenn Department of Computational Medicine & Bioinformatics.
11 5 2026 12:00 pm 11 5 2026 - 1:00 pm

DCMB Tools & Technology Seminar: Binh Duong Giap

Join us for the DCMB Tools & Technology Seminar Series featuring a presentation by Binh Duong Giap from the Department of Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences. Enjoy a complimentary pizza lunch while learning about innovative research and cutting-edge tools.
11 11 2026 4:00 pm 11 11 2026 - 5:00 pm

CCMB Seminar: Irina Gaynanova, PhD

Join the CCMB/DCMB Seminar Series on bioinformatics, Wednesdays at 4 PM EST. Featuring guest speakers, sponsored by the U-M Gilbert S. Omenn Department of Computational Medicine & Bioinformatics.
11 12 2026 12:00 pm 11 12 2026 - 1:00 pm

DCMB Tools & Technology Seminar: Sophia Luo

Join us for the DCMB Tools & Technology Seminar Series featuring a presentation by Sophia Luo from the Department of Biostatistics. Enjoy a complimentary pizza lunch while learning about innovative research and cutting-edge tools.
11 17 2026 3:00 pm 11 17 2026 - 4:00 pm

CCMB Tuesday Popup: Biomedical Gen AI Learning Community

A student-led space to explore the latest GenAI tools, share AI-augmented research workflows, and think critically about how we stay "human" in an increasingly automated world. Open to anyone in the UM bioinformatics and biomedical community.
11 18 2026 4:00 pm 11 18 2026 - 5:00 pm

CCMB/SCSAP Joint Seminar: Mingyao Li, PhD

Join the CCMB/DCMB Seminar Series on bioinformatics, Wednesdays at 4 PM EST. Featuring guest speakers, sponsored by the U-M Gilbert S. Omenn Department of Computational Medicine & Bioinformatics.