Dr. Kristi Wharton

Professor

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Biography

Kristi Wharton is a Professor in the Department of Molecular Biology, Cellular Biology, and Biochemistry at Brown University. She earned her A.B. in Biology from Cornell University in 1978 and her Ph.D. in Biology from Yale University in 1986. Wharton's research focuses on cell-cell communication and the molecular mechanisms underlying cell signaling in developmental biology. She has received numerous awards for her research, including NIH NRSA Training grant and the Elizabeth H. Leduc Award for Excellence in Teaching in Life Sciences. Her work also delves into the complexities of developmental processes and signaling pathways, particularly in relation to conditions such as Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) and Fibrodysplasia Ossificans Progressiva (FOP). She has a strong commitment to teaching, having developed various courses in developmental biology, integrating digital technology to enhance student learning and engagement.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2015-01-01 — Present

Brown University • Providence, RI

Leading research in molecular mechanisms of cell signaling and developmental biology.

Associate Professor Medical Sciences

2001-01-01 — 2012-01-01

Brown University • Providence, RI

Focused on research interactions between cell signaling and developmental processes.

Assistant Professor

1991-01-01 — 1995-01-01

Brown University • Providence, RI

Engaged in the study of molecular biology and cell dynamics.

Postdoctoral Fellow

1988-01-01 — 1991-01-01

Harvard University • Cambridge, MA

Conducted research in developmental biology.

Postdoctoral Fellow

1987-01-01 — 1988-01-01

University of Crete • Greece

Research in molecular biology.

Postdoctoral Fellow

1986-01-01 — 1987-01-01

Yale University • New Haven, CT

Research on gene expression and cellular signaling.

Requirements for Brown University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in Economics or related field
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Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Economics