Dr. Keli Hawthorne

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Biography

Keli Hawthorne is the Director of Clinical Research in the Department of Pediatrics at Dell Medical School. She manages overall research administration and operations in the pediatrics department, creating infrastructure to provide research assistance to faculty. Her work involves training physicians, dietitians, and medical students in pediatric nutrition and clinical research study design. Hawthorne's research focuses on neonatal and pediatric nutrition, mineral absorption, intestinal failure, and human milk fortification in premature infants. She is a leader in national efforts to obtain FDA approval for intravenous omega-3 fatty acid lipid emulsions for infants and children with severe liver damage. Keli has been awarded the Texas Distinguished Scientist Award by the Texas Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and has received several other accolades, including the Emerging Dietetic Leader Award and the Recognized Young Dietitian of the Year award.

Research Interests

Experience

Director of Clinical Research

— Present

Dell Medical School • Austin, Texas

Oversees research operations and trains staff in clinical research and pediatric nutrition.

Awards

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Texas Distinguished Scientist Award

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Research Subject Advocate Award

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Recognized Young Dietitian of the Year

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Emerging Dietetic Leader

Requirements for University of Texas at Austin

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:25
Reading
Required:25
Writing
Required:25
Speaking
Required:25
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution Introductory statistics course (grade C or higher) Volunteer or paid work in social work or related field
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Professional resume
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Research methods syllabus (if applicable)
Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Social Work. Note: GRE is not required for the PhD program.