Dr. Faranak Ebrahimian Sadabad

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Faranak Ebrahimian Sadabad, MD, is a postdoctoral associate in the Yale NeuroPET Imaging program. Her work bridges clinical insights with cutting-edge PET imaging techniques to understand and diagnose a range of neurological disorders. Her research is dedicated to the application of molecular imaging biomarkers, particularly synaptic density imaging using SV2A PET tracers and dopamine transporter (DAT) imaging, aimed at improving characterization and differentiation of neurodegenerative and neurodevelopmental disorders. She is actively involved in studies addressing Parkinson’s disease, essential tremor, dystonia, frontotemporal dementia, and autism spectrum disorder. With the goal of translating advanced neuroimaging tools into clinically actionable insights, Faranak has a particular passion for movement disorders and aspires to pursue a career as a movement disorder neurologist, combining patient care with research innovation.

Research Interests

Experience

Postdoctoral Associate

2023-11-25 — Present

Yale NeuroPET Imaging Program • New Haven, CT

Bridging clinical insight with cutting-edge PET imaging techniques to address neurological disorders.

Awards

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Travel Award

2025-05-29

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
  • Statement of academic purpose
  • 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.