Dr. David Salant

Professor

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Biography

David Salant is a distinguished physician-scientist and professor in the Department of Nephrology at Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine. He received his medical degree from the University of the Witwatersrand, where he completed his clinical training at Johannesburg General Hospital. Since joining the nephrology faculty at Boston University in 1979, Dr. Salant has built an impressive reputation as a researcher and educator. His research primarily investigates the immune mechanisms underlying glomerular diseases, particularly focusing on podocyte injury and the role of circulating antibodies in these conditions. His groundbreaking work has been recognized through numerous awards, including the Established Investigator Award from the American Heart Association and the Jean Hamburger Award from the International Society of Nephrology. Dr. Salant served as the Vice-Chair for Research in the Department of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine and has mentored many graduate students at Boston University. His contributions to nephrology have been published in leading medical journals, impacting both clinical practices and future research directions in the field.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

1979-01-01 — Present

Boston University • Boston, MA

Prominent faculty member with a focus on nephrology, contributing to both teaching and research.

Awards

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Established Investigator Award

2015-01-01
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Jean Hamburger Award

2013-01-01
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John P. Peters Award

2011-01-01

Requirements for Boston University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.88
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
Application Checklist
  • Personal statement
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Resume
  • LSAT or GRE scores
  • Transcripts through LSAC
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