Dr. Brian Ross

Professor

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Biography

Brian D. Ross, Ph.D., is a Professor at the University of Michigan Medical School, where he has been a faculty member since 1990. He graduated with a Ph.D. in Biophysics from the University of California at Davis. Dr. Ross completed a fellowship at the University of Minnesota focusing on Magnetic Resonance Research. His research involves pioneering the development of quantitative imaging biomarkers for detecting tumor responses to therapy, and he directs the Center for Molecular Imaging. Dr. Ross has worked on establishing clinical translation of image-based quantitative biomarkers and has led numerous clinical trials using MRI for assessing treatment response in myelofibrosis. His team has been awarded several NIH grants and he is recognized with the National Cancer Institute Outstanding Investigator Award for his significant contributions to cancer research. His work has expanded to include the development of new immunotherapeutics and optimizing treatment strategies for patients with various cancers, particularly those undergoing stem cell transplants. Dr. Ross actively mentors students and researchers, fostering the next generation of leaders in oncologic imaging and molecular imaging.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

1990-09-01 — Present

University of Michigan Medical School • Ann Arbor, MI

Professor and Researcher focusing on oncologic and molecular imaging.

Awards

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National Cancer Institute Outstanding Investigator Award

Requirements for University of Michigan Medical School

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:84
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or equivalent Prior laboratory research experience Significant undergraduate coursework in chemistry and biology
Application Checklist
  • Online Application via Rackham
  • Academic Statement of Purpose
  • Personal Statement
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • Official Transcripts
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

Admission for Biological Chemistry, Cellular and Molecular Biology, Human Genetics, Microbiology and Immunology, Pharmacology, Molecular and Integrative Physiology, Cancer Biology, and Neuroscience is primary handled through the PIBS (Program in Biomedical Sciences) gateway.