Dr. Heather Pinkett

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Biography

Heather Pinkett is a Professor in the Department of Molecular Biosciences at Northwestern University. She received her Ph.D. from the University of Pennsylvania, School of Medicine, in 2004. Her research focuses on the study of ABC transporters, which are proteins that utilize ATP hydrolysis to shuttle substrates across cellular membranes. The Pinkett Lab investigates several key areas including the individual components of transporters and how they coordinate for substrate uptake. Additionally, they examine the mechanisms by which transporters can recognize a wide variety of compounds, which has implications for understanding the viability of cells, host-pathogen interactions, and multidrug resistance. Professor Pinkett has contributed to several significant publications in the field, highlighting the roles and mechanisms of ABC transporters in various biological processes.

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Requirements for Northwestern University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
U.S. Bachelor's degree or equivalent
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