Dr. Donna Martin

Professor

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Biography

Dr. Donna M. Martin is a board-certified clinical geneticist and the Ravitz Foundation Endowed Professor at the University of Michigan Medical School's Department of Pediatrics. Her research focuses on developmental disorders affecting the nervous system, including hearing and vision loss, autism, and intellectual disabilities. She investigates human genetic conditions such as CHARGE syndrome and congenital heart disease, focusing on genotype-phenotype analyses to uncover links between genetic variants and clinical outcomes. Dr. Martin has published extensively on various topics within genetics and developmental disorders, including molecular clinical phenotypes associated with de novo variants. She is an active member of several research centers, including the Taubman Institute and the Center for Cell Plasticity and Organ Design. Throughout her career, Dr. Martin has been dedicated to mentoring trainees and advancing research in genetics, striving to improve the diagnosis and treatment strategies for pediatric conditions. Her work integrates innovative approaches in genetic research and clinical genetics, making significant contributions to the field of human genetics and pediatric care.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Michigan Medical School

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:84
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or equivalent Prior laboratory research experience Significant undergraduate coursework in chemistry and biology
Application Checklist
  • Online Application via Rackham
  • Academic Statement of Purpose
  • Personal Statement
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • Official Transcripts
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

Admission for Biological Chemistry, Cellular and Molecular Biology, Human Genetics, Microbiology and Immunology, Pharmacology, Molecular and Integrative Physiology, Cancer Biology, and Neuroscience is primary handled through the PIBS (Program in Biomedical Sciences) gateway.