Dr. Laura Buttitta

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Biography

Laura Buttitta is a Professor in the Department of Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology at the University of Michigan. Her research focuses on cell cycle regulation, particularly in quiescent cells and differentiated stem cells, utilizing Drosophila and mammalian cell systems. Buttitta's work has expanded our understanding of cell cycle control and its implications in cellular behavior and development. After earning her Ph.D. from Johns Hopkins University in 2004, she joined the lab of Dr. Bruce Edgar at Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center as a postdoctoral fellow, where she began investigating the role of Drosophila as a model system for studying cell cycle regulation. Her work aims to uncover the mechanisms by which cells communicate and respond to developmental cues, providing insights into the fundamental processes guiding cell growth and differentiation.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2011-01-01 — Present

University of Michigan • Ann Arbor, MI

Joined the Department of Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology, focusing on cell cycle regulation and stem cell research.

Courses

MCDB 440-001 Cell Cycle Control Cancer

Requirements for University of Michigan

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:84
GRE General
Verbal
Required:155
Verbal Percentile
Required:50
Quantitative
Required:168
Quantitative Percentile
Required:50
Analytical Writing
Required:3.6
Writing Percentile
Required:50
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in engineering, physics, or mathematics Calculus Physics
Application Checklist
  • Rackham Graduate School Application
  • Official Transcripts
  • 3 Letters of Recommendation
  • Academic Statement of Purpose
  • Personal Statement
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science