Dr. Matthew Brody

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Matthew Brody, PhD, serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Pharmacology at the University of Michigan Medical School. His research focuses on molecular pharmacology, specifically signaling pathways involved in cardiac health and disease. Brody has contributed to significant publications exploring the role of Rac1 signaling in cardiomyocyte hypertrophy and stress adaptation, emphasizing the importance of palmitoylation and Janus Kinase 1 (JAK1) in cardiac homeostasis. He is recognized for his mentorship and active engagement in pioneering cardiovascular research, collaborating with esteemed colleagues in the field. Throughout his career, Brody has dedicated himself to understanding the complexities of cardiac signaling, aiming to translate these findings into therapeutic strategies for heart disease.

Research Interests

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.