Dr. David Sykes

Professor

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Biography

David Sykes is a clinician-scientist whose research group is focused on understanding myeloid development and its implications in blood disorders and malignancies such as leukemia. He aims to develop new treatments for patients suffering from various blood disorders, particularly through differentiation therapy for acute myeloid leukemia. His expertise includes the mechanisms associated with enzyme inhibition and its effects on myeloid differentiation. David received his undergraduate degree in Biochemistry from the University of Alberta and completed his Medical Scientist Training Program at the University of California San Diego. He undertook his medical internship and residency at Massachusetts General Hospital, followed by Hematology & Oncology fellowship training. In addition to his research, David is dedicated to teaching hematology to residents and fellows, and remains actively involved in patient care. He also investigates rare diseases and their biological implications, demonstrating a commitment to projects with direct therapeutic relevance.

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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).