Dr. Mary Hynes

Associate Professor

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Biography

Mary Hynes is an Associate Professor (Research) in the Department of Biology at Stanford University. Her research focuses on neuroprogenitor cells and the mechanisms that govern neuronal formation. She has been a board member of the Nueva School since 2017, contributing to educational planning and development. Hynes has been involved in numerous patent applications during her career, primarily in collaboration with Genentech Inc., where she developed various patents related to neurobiology and associated therapeutic methods. Her dedication to academics is reflected in her role as a Doctoral Dissertation Reader and Postdoctoral Faculty Sponsor, guiding students in their research pursuits. Hynes actively teaches courses such as BIO 198 and BIO 199, engaging students in critical biological research. Her lab's work emphasizes innovative approaches to understanding biological systems and neural development.

Research Interests

Patents

United States Patent 6777196

6777196 2004-08-17

Patent related to neuronal mechanisms.

United States Patent 6342348

6342348 2002-01-29

Patent on Neurturin receptor.

United States Patent 6277820

6277820 2001-08-21

Patent regarding dopaminergic serotonergic neuron formation.

United States Patent 6025157

6025157 2000-02-15

Patent describing NTNRα variants and antibodies.

Courses

BIO 198 BIO 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.