Dr. Laura Tarter

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Dr. Laura Tarter is an Assistant Professor at Harvard-MIT Health Sciences and Technology. She earned her M.D. from Harvard Medical School in 2005. Her research focuses on systemic lupus erythematosus, antiphospholipid syndrome, and autoimmune diseases during pregnancy. Dr. Tarter is actively involved in research and clinical practice, contributing to the understanding and treatment of complex autoimmune conditions. She has published numerous articles related to her areas of interest, with a commitment to advancing knowledge in her field.

Research Interests

Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Antiphospholipid Syndrome Autoimmune Disease in Pregnancy

Requirements for Harvard-MIT Health Sciences and Technology

Doctorate Program
Requirements
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in engineering or physical/quantitative science One year of Biology with lab (cellular/molecular focus) Two years of Chemistry with lab (Inorganic, Organic, Biochemistry) One year of Calculus-based Physics Upper-level Mathematics (Differential Equations or Linear Algebra)
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Statement of Objectives (800-1200 words)
  • Personal Statement (400-800 words)
  • Three to five letters of recommendation
  • Unofficial transcripts
  • Resume/CV
  • Application fee ($75-$105)
Specialization Notes

This entry covers the Medical Engineering and Medical Physics (MEMP) PhD, which serves as the primary doctoral path for HST students collaborating with engineering departments like Biomedical Engineering and EECS. GRE is not accepted.