Dr. Afshan Malik

Professor

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Biography

Afshan Malik is a Professor in Metabolic Disease at King's College London, specializing in mitochondrial biology and its implications in diabetic complications. Her research interests focus on the role of mitochondria in various metabolic diseases, including diabetes and chronic kidney disease. Malik's contributions to understanding mitochondrial dysfunction and its association with diseases have been recognized through her numerous publications. She investigates mitochondrial DNA as a potential biomarker for disease progression and explores how metabolic disorders can influence mitochondrial function. Her lab is dedicated to studying novel therapeutic strategies aimed at improving mitochondrial bioenergetics and addressing the impact of obesity on metabolic health. Through her efforts, she aims to contribute significantly to the field of metabolic research, fostering collaborations that enhance the understanding of mitochondria in health and disease.

Research Interests

Requirements for King's College London

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:23
Reading
Required:23
Writing
Required:25
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a relevant subject Quantitative competency (for some Economics/Finance programs)
Application Checklist
  • Official Transcripts
  • Personal Statement
  • Two Academic References
  • CV/Resume
  • English Language Proficiency Proof
Specialization Notes

Requirements are consistent across King's Business School and Social Science & Public Policy departments for standard Master's entries.