Dr. Katherine Kaplan

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Katherine Kaplan is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry Behavioral Sciences at Stanford University. Her research focuses on the pathophysiologic aspects of insomnia and hypersomnia, as well as mood disorders and sleep disturbances. She investigates the mechanisms and correlates of these conditions, and explores the sequelae of sleep disturbances in both adults and adolescents. Dr. Kaplan integrates behavioral interventions to mitigate sleep disturbances while also examining the influence of circadian and psychosocial factors on sleep during adolescence. A significant aspect of her work involves applying machine learning approaches to analyze big data in relation to sleep research.

Research Interests

Requirements for Stanford University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:26
Reading
Required:26
Writing
Required:26
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:100
GRE General
Verbal
Required:160
Quantitative
Required:165
Analytical Writing
Required:4.5
Overall
Required:4.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree from an accredited institution Strong background in mathematics and programming
Application Checklist
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Official transcripts
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

The Computer Science department emphasizes research potential. GRE General is currently optional but recommended for some tracks.