Dr. Maria Ramirez

Associate Professor

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Biography

Maria Isabel Ramirez is an Adjunct Associate Professor at Boston University's Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine, specializing in Pulmonary, Allergy, Sleep, and Critical Care Medicine. Her research primarily focuses on the genetic and epigenetic mechanisms that regulate gene expression and drive the differentiation of distinct epithelial cell lineages, particularly in the context of lung disease. Her work aims to uncover the critical spatial and temporal patterns of gene expression necessary for healthy lung development and function, with implications for enhancing fetal lung maturation and understanding altered cell phenotypes in lung disease. Ramirez has led numerous funded research projects, contributing significantly to the field of lung biomedicine, and she is an active member of the Boston University BU-BMC Cancer Center and the Evans Center for Interdisciplinary Biomedical Research. As a mentor, she plays a vital role in guiding graduate students in their medical sciences education. Her contributions have been recognized through various awards and research fellowships in top medical research circles, underscoring her commitment to advancing knowledge and education in pulmonary health.

Research Interests

Experience

Adjunct Associate Professor

— Present

Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine • Boston, MA

Teaching and conducting research in pulmonary medicine.

Awards

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Lung Research Fellowship

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Evans Research Days Poster Award

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Thesis Dissertation Award

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Dr. Herrero-Ducloux Biannual Doctoral Thesis Award

Requirements for Boston University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.88
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
Application Checklist
  • Personal statement
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Resume
  • LSAT or GRE scores
  • Transcripts through LSAC
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