Dr. Markus Ruetz

Assistant Professor

Build a Statement of Purpose

Generate a tailored SOP for Dr. Markus Ruetz. Improve your application with a focused, well-structured draft.

Biography

Markus Ruetz is a Research Assistant Professor in the Department of Biological Chemistry at the University of Michigan Medical School. His research focuses on biochemical characterization of human vitamin B12 trafficking proteins and the enzymology of vitamin B12 dependent enzymes. He is involved in the synthesis and characterization of non-natural vitamin B12 derivatives, contributing to the understanding of vitamin B12's role in essential biochemical processes.

Research Interests

Biochemical Characterization Vitamin B12 Trafficking Proteins Enzymology Vitamin B12 Dependent Enzymes

Requirements for University of Michigan Medical School

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:84
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or equivalent Prior laboratory research experience Significant undergraduate coursework in chemistry and biology
Application Checklist
  • Online Application via Rackham
  • Academic Statement of Purpose
  • Personal Statement
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • Official Transcripts
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

Admission for Biological Chemistry, Cellular and Molecular Biology, Human Genetics, Microbiology and Immunology, Pharmacology, Molecular and Integrative Physiology, Cancer Biology, and Neuroscience is primary handled through the PIBS (Program in Biomedical Sciences) gateway.