Dr. Manisha Desai

Professor

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Biography

Manisha Desai is a Professor of Medicine at Stanford University, specializing in research within the Quantitative Sciences Unit and Biomedical Data Science, with courtesy appointments in Epidemiology and Population Health. She has extensive experience in biostatistics, having served as a faculty member at Columbia University from 2000 to 2009, holding positions including Assistant Professor and Associate Professor in Clinical Biostatistics. Desai is currently the Director of the Quantitative Sciences Unit at Stanford, where she focuses on the application of biostatistical methods in various areas of medicine, particularly oncology, nephrology, and endocrinology. Her work primarily involves the development of statistical methods for epidemiologic studies and clinical trials, especially those dealing with missing data. Desai completed her Ph.D. and M.S. in Biostatistics at the University of Washington and earned both her M.A. and B.A. in Mathematics from Boston University, graduating Magna Cum Laude. She is recognized for her contributions to the field through various honors, including the Calderon Prize for Junior Faculty Achievement and membership in the Phi Beta Kappa National Honor Society.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor (Research)

— Present

Stanford University • Palo Alto, California

Director of the Quantitative Sciences Unit, focusing on biostatistical methods.

Clinical Associate Professor

— Present

Stanford University • Palo Alto, California

Contributed to medical education and research while engaging in clinical biostatistics.

Associate Professor Clinical Biostatistics

— Present

Columbia University • New York, New York

Engaged in teaching and research in the clinical biostatistics department.

Assistant Professor Clinical Biostatistics

— Present

Columbia University • New York, New York

Participated in the development and instruction of biostatistical methodologies.

Awards

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Magna Cum Laude

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Distinction Statistics

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Phi Beta Kappa

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Calderon Prize Junior Faculty Achievement

Courses

BMDS 293 BMDS 295 BMDS 299 EPI 299 MED 299 MED 280 EPI 399 MED 399 BMDS 370 MED 370 EPI 199 MED 199

Requirements for Stanford University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:26
Reading
Required:26
Writing
Required:26
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:100
GRE General
Verbal
Required:160
Quantitative
Required:165
Analytical Writing
Required:4.5
Overall
Required:4.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree from an accredited institution Strong background in mathematics and programming
Application Checklist
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Official transcripts
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

The Computer Science department emphasizes research potential. GRE General is currently optional but recommended for some tracks.