Dr. C Keene

Professor

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Biography

C. Dirk Keene is a Professor in the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology at the University of Washington, where he holds the Nancy Buster Alvord Endowed Chair in Neuropathology. He is also an Adjunct Professor of Ophthalmology and Neurological Surgery. Dr. Keene directs the Division of Neuropathology and serves as the Associate Director of the UW Alzheimer's Disease Research Center. With a focus on the scientific advancement of understanding human brain structure, function, aging, and neurodegeneration, Dr. Keene has made significant contributions through his leadership of the Pacific Northwest Brain Donor Network and the UW BioRepository Integrated Neuropathology laboratory. He supervises a team involved in research that emphasizes the preservation of brain tissue for various applications and promotes collaborative mechanisms for data sharing at local and national levels. His academic journey includes completing his Doctor of Philosophy and Medical Doctorate degrees at the University of Minnesota, followed by training in Anatomic Pathology and a fellowship in Neuropathology at the University of Washington.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

— Present

University of Washington • Seattle, WA

Professor in the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology, focused on neuropathology.

Associate Professor

— Present

University of Washington • Seattle, WA

Associate Professor in the Department of Pathology, specializing in neuropathology.

Assistant Professor

— Present

University of Washington • Seattle, WA

Assistant Professor in the Department of Pathology, focusing on neuropathology.

Requirements for University of Washington

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:105
Overall
Required:105
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university
Application Checklist
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  • Letters of Recommendation
  • Resume/CV
  • English proficiency scores (for international students)
Specialization Notes

Standard Graduate School requirements for University of Washington apply to most departments listed unless specified otherwise by the program.