Dr. Iain Mathieson

Associate Professor

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Biography

Iain Mathieson is an Associate Professor in the Department of Genetics at the Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania. He specializes in genomic medicine and statistics, holding a DPhil in these fields from Oxford University. He has been a Research Fellow at UC Berkeley and a Postdoctoral Fellow at Harvard University, contributing significantly to the understanding of human genetics through his research. Mathieson's work incorporates population genetics and has led to important insights into human history and the role of natural selection. His publications include notable chapters and articles in high-impact journals, reflecting his expertise in genomic insights and complex traits.

Research Interests

Experience

Research Fellow

— Present

UC Berkeley, Simons Institute • Berkeley, CA

Conducted research and collaborated on projects related to theory computing.

Postdoctoral Fellow

— Present

Harvard University, Department of Genetics • Cambridge, MA

Engaged in research focused on human genetics and published several key studies.

Requirements for University of Pennsylvania

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.6
GRE General
Verbal
Required:162
Quantitative
Required:162
Overall
Required:162
GMAT
Total Score
Required:728
Overall
Required:728
TOEFL
Total
Required:115
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or equivalent Strong quantitative background
Application Checklist
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