Dr. Dianqing Wu

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Biography

Dianqing Wu is the Gladys Phillips Crofoot Professor in the Pharmacology department at Yale School of Medicine. His research focuses on the molecular basis of signal transduction pathways, particularly those involving seven-transmembrane receptors. Wu's work explores the mechanisms underlying chemoattractant signaling, which are pivotal in immune responses. With significant advancements in understanding pathways linked to various cellular functions and disease processes, including atherosclerosis and tumorigenesis, Wu employs a blend of molecular and genomic techniques to uncover novel insights. He has made substantial contributions to the comprehension of Wnt signaling, a pathway crucial for numerous developmental processes and associated with bone formation and osteogenic differentiation. Wu has also investigated the regulation of neutrophil migration and its implications for inflammatory diseases, utilizing virtual screening and chemical genomics. His research interests encompass diverse fields such as signal transduction, inflammation, and stem cell biology.

Research Interests

Experience

Gladys Phillips Crofoot Professor

2015-01-01 — Present

Yale School of Medicine • New Haven, CT

Serves as a professor in the Pharmacology department, focusing on signal transduction and cell communication.

Requirements for Yale University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
GRE General
TOEFL
Listening
Required:25
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Speaking
Required:7.5
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Computer Science, or Mathematics
Application Checklist
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  • Unofficial transcripts
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Application fee ($105)
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

Administered via the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences (GSAS). GRE General is optional for PhD.