Dr. Lori Chibnik

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Lori Chibnik is an Adjunct Assistant Professor at Boston University School of Public Health specializing in Biostatistics. She holds a PhD in Biostatistics and an MPH in International Health from Boston University and a BS from the University of Wisconsin Madison. Her work primarily involves predictive modeling methods for disease risk assessment, focusing on diseases such as HIV, autoimmune disorders, and prenatal screening. Dr. Chibnik’s recent research emphasizes genetics and genomics in the context of Alzheimer’s disease and dementia, particularly in longitudinal cohort studies. In addition to her research contributions, she is renowned for her innovative teaching and has developed multiple courses designed for diverse audiences in biostatistics. Notably, she directs the Global Initiative in Neuropsychiatric Genetics at Harvard Chan School and has organized the Summer Institute Training in Biostatistics, a six-week program aimed at undergraduate students. Recognized for her work, she received the American Statistical Association's Travel Award for Statistics in Epidemiology in 2007, reflecting her commitment to advancing the field of statistical education and biostatistical applications in public health.

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Requirements for Boston University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.88
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
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Specialization Notes

Department of Law offers JD, LLM, and Master's in Study of Tax Law.