Dr. John Higgins

Associate Professor

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Biography

John M. Higgins is an Associate Professor of Systems Biology at the Massachusetts General Hospital, affiliated with Harvard Medical School. He holds an MD degree from Harvard Medical School, obtained in 2004, and completed his SM degree at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in 2007. His research expertise lies in clinical immunology and he is particularly focused on hemoglobin electrophoresis, stochastic processes, and microfluidic analytical techniques. His work also encompasses erythrocyte aggregation and hemorheology. Higgins is associated with the Center for Systems Biology at Massachusetts General Hospital, which aims to innovate within the interdisciplinary practices of systems biology. His contributions to the field advance our understanding of cellular and physiological responses in health and disease through innovative experimental designs.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2004-01-01 — Present

Massachusetts General Hospital • Cambridge, MA

Serving as an Associate Professor of Systems Biology, focusing on clinical research and innovative methodologies in the field.

Requirements for Harvard-MIT Health Sciences Technology

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:26
Reading
Required:26
Writing
Required:26
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
GRE General
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in biology or a related field Strong foundation in biological sciences Undergraduate preparation in the sciences
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