Dr. Daniel Child

Instructor

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Biography

Daniel D. Child is a board-certified neuropathologist specializing in surgical neuropathology, neuromuscular pathology, and neurodegenerative diseases. He completed his medical doctoral training at the University of Pennsylvania, earning both MD and PhD degrees in Cell and Molecular Biology, focusing on Genetics and Gene Regulation. He subsequently underwent postgraduate training in Anatomic Pathology and Neuropathology at the University of Washington. Dr. Child's research laboratory leverages human tissue and induced pluripotent stem cell (iPSC) models to elucidate cellular mechanisms underlying phenotypic heterogeneity in genetic neurodegenerative diseases, including Huntington's disease, familial Alzheimer's disease, and familial frontotemporal dementia. He is actively involved in clinical research aimed at improving understanding and treatment of these complex conditions.

Research Interests

Experience

Acting Instructor

2024-01-01 — Present

University of Washington • Seattle, WA

Instructing students in the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology.

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
  • Online application
  • Transcripts
  • Statement of Purpose
  • 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.