Dr. Anne Ferguson Smith

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Biography

Professor Anne Ferguson-Smith's laboratory investigates the molecular events governing pre- and post-natal mammalian development, with a focus on epigenetic inheritance. The research encompasses a variety of themes, such as the developmental role of imprinted genes and the epigenetic mechanisms regulating parental-origin-specific expression in embryos and placentas. Additionally, the lab explores how epigenetic inheritance in non-imprinted regions can influence environmental epigenetic states. The focus of her work extends to the mechanisms of epigenetic control over genome function and development, with particular emphasis on targeting epigenetic states and their management, especially concerning retrotransposons.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Cambridge

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.7
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:25
Reading
Required:25
Writing
Required:25
Speaking
Required:25
Total
Required:110
Prerequisites
UK Bachelor's Degree with good Upper Second Class Honours or international equivalent Background in international relations, politics, law, economics, security or history is a definite asset
Application Checklist
  • Two academic references
  • Official transcripts
  • CV/Resume
  • Personal statement (approx 500 words)
  • Research proposal (1-2 pages/500 words)
  • Application fee (£50)
Specialization Notes

Standard postgraduate requirements for Department of Politics and International Studies (POLIS) and related humanities departments.