Dr. Jonathan Wisco

Associate Professor

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Biography

Jonathan Wisco is an Associate Professor at Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine, specializing in anatomical neurobiology. He has a substantial background in MRI technologies aimed at diagnosing Alzheimer’s disease, cerebrovascular diseases, autism, and schizophrenia, as well as research on anatomical etiology related to dysphonia and joint injuries. Dr. Wisco earned his Ph.D. in Anatomy and Neurobiology from Boston University and has previously held positions at UCLA and Brigham Young University. His work emphasizes the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion in education, aiming to improve teaching practices through mentorship and collaborative efforts. He co-founded Learning Experiences, an organization dedicated to faculty development, and Visual Representation Solutions, a company focused on producing impactful educational media. Dr. Wisco’s commitment to enhancing educational experiences is driven by a desire to acknowledge systemic biases and promote inclusivity in learning environments.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2018-01-01 — Present

Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine • Boston, MA

Teaching and conducting research in anatomy and neurobiology.

Assistant Professor

2012-01-01 — 2018-01-01

David Geffen School of Medicine, UCLA • Los Angeles, CA

Conducted research and taught in the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine.

Director

— Present

Laboratory for Translational Anatomy • Brigham Young University, Provo, UT

Oversaw research related to degenerative diseases and developmental disorders.

Awards

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Basmajian Award for Excellence in Anatomy Research and Education

2013-01-01
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Golden Apple Award for Teaching Excellence

2011-01-01

Requirements for Boston University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.88
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
Application Checklist
  • Personal statement
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Resume
  • LSAT or GRE scores
  • Transcripts through LSAC
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