Dr. Clyde Crumpacker

Professor

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Biography

Clyde S. Crumpacker, II, MD, is a distinguished professor of medicine at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center and Harvard Medical School. He obtained his MD degree from Harvard Medical School in 1965, representing a long-standing association with the institution. His pioneering research has significantly advanced our understanding of infectious diseases, particularly focusing on cytomegalovirus infections and microbial drug resistance. Crumpacker's lab, the Crumpacker Lab, conducts crucial studies into drug interactions and the efficacy of antiviral agents, including acyclovir, against various viral pathogens such as the simplex virus. His areas of expertise include not only infectious diseases but also cardiovascular health and vascular biology, emphasizing the intersection between genetics and viral structural proteins. He is well-respected in the academic community, and his contributions have influenced both clinical practice and research methodologies within the field of medical science.

Research Interests

Courses

HST 040/041 - Mechanisms Microbial Pathogenesis

Requirements for Harvard-MIT Health Sciences and Technology

Doctorate Program
Requirements
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in engineering or physical/quantitative science One year of Biology with lab (cellular/molecular focus) Two years of Chemistry with lab (Inorganic, Organic, Biochemistry) One year of Calculus-based Physics Upper-level Mathematics (Differential Equations or Linear Algebra)
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Statement of Objectives (800-1200 words)
  • Personal Statement (400-800 words)
  • Three to five letters of recommendation
  • Unofficial transcripts
  • Resume/CV
  • Application fee ($75-$105)
Specialization Notes

This entry covers the Medical Engineering and Medical Physics (MEMP) PhD, which serves as the primary doctoral path for HST students collaborating with engineering departments like Biomedical Engineering and EECS. GRE is not accepted.