Dr. Janet Smith

Professor

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Biography

Janet Smith is a distinguished professor at the University of Michigan Medical School, focusing on biological chemistry and structural biology. With a PhD from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, she made significant contributions to understanding enzyme catalysis and protein structures. Smith's research has developed rapid methods for protein crystallization, employing synchrotron X-ray techniques. As a visiting scientist at various prestigious institutions, she engages in collaborative projects, showcasing her expertise in bioinformatics and protein engineering. Her lab investigates natural product biosynthesis and multi-functional viral proteins, aiming to uncover molecular mechanisms of biological significance. Smith's innovative approach includes studying the assembly of polyketide synthases and the interaction of host and viral proteins involved in RNA virus pathogenesis.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Michigan

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:84
GRE General
Verbal
Required:155
Verbal Percentile
Required:50
Quantitative
Required:168
Quantitative Percentile
Required:50
Analytical Writing
Required:3.6
Writing Percentile
Required:50
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in engineering, physics, or mathematics Calculus Physics
Application Checklist
  • Rackham Graduate School Application
  • Official Transcripts
  • 3 Letters of Recommendation
  • Academic Statement of Purpose
  • Personal Statement
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science