Dr. Martha Gillette

Professor

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Biography

Martha Gillette is a Professor in the Neuroscience Program at the University of Illinois. Her research focuses on neurobiology, particularly on the circadian regulation, neuronal glial plasticity, and the mechanisms underlying the hippocampus and the suprachiasmatic nucleus. She has made significant contributions to understanding how cellular micro-environments and astrocyte-neuron interactions shape neural development and regeneration. Her work investigates emergent behaviors in integrated neuronal systems, aiming to elucidate the brain's clock mechanisms that influence body functions throughout the daily cycle. Over her career, Gillette has led multiple research initiatives and received numerous accolades including the Women Neuroscientist Mika Salpeter Lifetime Achievement Award. She has held leadership positions in various scientific societies and has collaborated on significant research grants aimed at advancing neurobiology and cell signaling.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Illinois

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:17
Reading
Required:19
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:103
GRE General
Prerequisites
Mathematical background Linear Algebra Calculus
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Unofficial transcripts
  • 3 Letters of Recommendation
  • Academic Statement of Purpose
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

GRE is optional for admission to all graduate programs in Statistics. Full status admission requires higher language scores than limited status.