Dr. John Detre

Professor

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Biography

Dr. John Detre is a Professor in the Department of Neurology at the Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania. He leads the Center for Functional Neuroimaging and the Brain Science Center, and co-directs the Center for Advanced Magnetic Resonance Imaging Spectroscopy. His research focuses on brain physiology and pathophysiology, exploring brain function through advanced neuroimaging techniques, particularly magnetic resonance imaging and spectroscopy. He investigates cerebral blood flow and metabolism under normal conditions and in response to brain injuries. His studies include functional activation related to cognitive tasks, sensorimotor challenges, epilepsy, cerebrovascular diseases, and the effects of aging and dementia on brain function. He is certified by the American Board of Neurology and Psychiatry and has extensive research experience, having completed fellowships and residency in longstanding prestigious institutions such as Yale University and the University of Pennsylvania.

Research Interests

Experience

Director

— Present

Center for Functional Neuroimaging, University of Pennsylvania • Philadelphia, PA

Leads research initiatives in functional neuroimaging.

Director

— Present

Brain Science Center, University of Pennsylvania • Philadelphia, PA

Oversees research related to brain science and neuroimaging techniques.

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
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