Dr. David Scadden

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Biography

David Scadden is the Gerald Darlene Jordan Professor of Medicine at Harvard University and a practicing hematologist/oncologist focusing on integrating stem cell biology with patient care. He is the co-founder and co-director of the Harvard Stem Cell Institute and founded the Center for Regenerative Medicine at Massachusetts General Hospital. His research emphasizes the regulation of hematopoietic stem cell microenvironments and aims to enhance the safety and efficacy of bone marrow transplants for patients and donors. His laboratory employs a combination of genetics, imaging, and pharmacology to understand the key components that affect how stem cells engraft in bone marrow. This work lays the foundation for innovative approaches to cancer treatment by targeting stem cell niches. He has been recognized as a member of the Institute of Medicine and has served on various boards for the National Institutes of Health. His contributions have earned him multiple honorary degrees and memberships in notable societies, all while emphasizing the critical role of niche environments in the development of blood disorders.

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Requirements for Harvard University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a technical or quantitative field
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Specialization Notes

Administered by the Harvard Kenneth C. Griffin Graduate School of Arts and Sciences (GSAS).