Dr. Daniel Finley

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Biography

Dan Finley received his undergraduate degree from Harvard University in biochemistry and completed his graduate studies at MIT with a focus on molecular biology. After his postdoctoral training at MIT, he joined the Department of Cell Biology at Harvard Medical School in 1988. Finley has since served on several Scientific Advisory Boards, including Proteostasis and X-Chem Pharmaceuticals, and has consulted for Genentech. His research primarily revolves around the ubiquitin-proteasome pathway and its associated regulatory systems. His specific areas of interest include the mechanisms of the proteasome, the roles of ubiquitin-like proteins, antizyme activities, and the non-proteolytic functions of ubiquitination.

Research Interests

Requirements for Harvard Medical School

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree Undergraduate preparation in the sciences Biology Chemistry Physics
Application Checklist
  • Online application form
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Personal Statement
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Transcripts
  • CV/Resume
  • Application fee ($105)
Specialization Notes

Administered by the Division of Medical Sciences (DMS). GRE is not required and will not be considered for BBS, Immunology, and Neuroscience.