Dr. John Grainger

Build a Statement of Purpose

Generate a tailored SOP for Dr. John Grainger. Improve your application with a focused, well-structured draft.

Biography

John obtained his BSc in Molecular Biology from University College London in 2004 and continued to complete his MRes and PhD in Molecular Biology at the University of Edinburgh, working on the Wellcome Trust funded Molecular Basis of Disease programme. His PhD research focused on exploring mechanisms by which gastrointestinal worms modulate their host's adaptive immune system. Following his PhD, he worked as a visiting research fellow at the NIH in the USA, developing a keen interest in the functions of immune cell populations during infections. In 2014, he established his research group at the University of Manchester with a focus on myeloid cells and precision medicine.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Lecturer, Head Division (IIRM)

2014-01-01 — Present

University of Manchester • Manchester, ENG, GB

Established a research group focused on translational research integrating fundamental studies with patient cohorts.

Requirements for University of Manchester

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering or science subject Strong background in mathematics and physics
Application Checklist
  • Academic transcripts
  • Two academic references
  • Personal statement
  • CV/Resume
  • English language proficiency certificate
Specialization Notes

Includes MSc in Advanced Electrical Power Systems and MSc in Communications and Signal Processing.