Dr. Andrew Dahl

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Andrew Wiebe Dahl is an Assistant Professor at the University of Chicago, focusing on the intersections of genetics and medicine. His academic work primarily involves the development of statistical methods designed to elucidate the genetic underpinnings of complex diseases. He has a strong background in polygenic methods aimed at characterizing genetic heterogeneity, which accounts for variations in genetic effects based on different contexts. Andrew's research interests include Asthma Genetics, Genetic Heterogeneity, and Functional Genomics, among others. He received his Bachelor of Science in Mathematics and Economics, a Master of Science in Statistics from the University of Chicago, and a Doctor of Philosophy in Genomic Medicine Statistics from the University of Oxford. His work has been published in prominent journals such as Nature Genetics and PLoS Biology. Apart from his research, Andrew enjoys outdoor activities such as climbing and skiing, and has a passion for playing the piano.

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Experience

Assistant Professor

2020-01-01 — Present

University of Chicago • Chicago, IL

Teaching and conducting research in genetics and genomics.

Awards

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Clarendon Scholarship

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Phi Beta Kappa

Requirements for University of Chicago

Doctorate Program
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TOEFL
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IELTS
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Department of Philosophy