Dr. Martin Darvas

Associate Professor

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Biography

Martin Darvas is an Associate Professor in the Department of Pathology at the University of Washington. His research primarily focuses on neuroscience, particularly neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s diseases. Dr. Darvas aims to identify critical brain circuits and signaling pathways to uncover new therapeutic targets that could improve treatments for these diseases. His work includes developing quantitative molecular neuropathology methods to enhance understanding of pathological changes in clinical samples. His current research encompasses understanding the structural and molecular bases of learning and memory with an emphasis on cognitive impairment in neurodegenerative diseases, examining mouse brains in aging Alzheimer’s disease models, and developing multiplexed Luminex assays for Alzheimer’s disease-related pathological changes in formalin-fixed brain autopsy tissue. Dr. Darvas is also dedicated to teaching and has diverse teaching commitments at the University of Washington, including courses in neurobiology and molecular mechanisms of neurodegeneration.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2017-01-01 — Present

University of Washington School of Medicine • Seattle, WA

Conducts research and teaches in the Department of Pathology focusing on neurodegenerative diseases.

Acting Assistant Professor

2013-01-01 — 2017-01-01

University of Washington School of Medicine • Seattle, WA

Worked in the Division of Neuropathology, teaching and conducting research in the field.

Requirements for University of Washington

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:105
Overall
Required:105
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university
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Specialization Notes

Standard Graduate School requirements for University of Washington apply to most departments listed unless specified otherwise by the program.