Dr. Asher Marks

Associate Professor

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Biography

Dr. Asher Marks is an Associate Professor in the Department of Pediatrics at Yale School of Medicine, specializing in Pediatric Hematology and Oncology. He is the director of the Pediatric Neuro-Oncology Program and the Adolescent Young Adult (AYA) Cancer Program at Yale New Haven Children’s Hospital. Dr. Marks' clinical research focuses on developing innovative therapies for tumors affecting adolescents and young adults. He is recognized for his dedication to improving survival rates and the quality of life for his patients through advanced clinical trials. His collaboration with peers has fostered the establishment of supportive resources like the Lauren Telesz/Smilow Teen Center, emphasizing the importance of psycho-social support in treatment. In his career, Dr. Marks has published numerous articles substantiating his research output, contributing significantly to the fields of pediatric oncology and hematology. With several years of training including a fellowship at Children’s National Medical Center, Dr. Marks is certified in Pediatric Hematology-Oncology and continues to influence the next generation of clinicians through education and mentorship.

Research Interests

Requirements for Yale University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
GRE General
TOEFL
Listening
Required:25
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Speaking
Required:7.5
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Computer Science, or Mathematics
Application Checklist
  • Statement of academic purpose
  • Unofficial transcripts
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Application fee ($105)
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

Administered via the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences (GSAS). GRE General is optional for PhD.