Dr. Daniel Madison

Professor

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Biography

Dr. Madison holds a Bachelor of Science from the University of California at Irvine and a Ph.D. in Neurosciences from the University of California at San Francisco. He completed postdoctoral fellowships at UCSF and Yale University School of Medicine. Madison joined the faculty of Stanford University School of Medicine in 1989 and has held several significant administrative roles such as Associate Chair and Director of Graduate Studies in the Department of Molecular and Cellular Physiology. His research interests focus on the basic functions and plasticity modulation of central nervous system synapses, particularly in relation to the pathophysiology of Alzheimer's disease. His laboratory employs advanced techniques including electrophysiological methods and high-resolution imaging to explore these themes. Madison has advised numerous doctoral students and is also involved in various committees aimed at advancing graduate education in his field.

Research Interests

Courses

MCP 208 MCP 299 NEPR 299 MCP 399 NEPR 399 MCP 370 MCP 199

Requirements for Stanford University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:26
Reading
Required:26
Writing
Required:26
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:100
GRE General
Verbal
Required:160
Quantitative
Required:165
Analytical Writing
Required:4.5
Overall
Required:4.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree from an accredited institution Strong background in mathematics and programming
Application Checklist
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Official transcripts
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

The Computer Science department emphasizes research potential. GRE General is currently optional but recommended for some tracks.