Dr. Matthew Pratt

Professor

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Biography

Matthew Pratt is a Professor in the Department of Chemistry at the University of Southern California. He received his Ph.D. in Chemistry from the University of California, Berkeley in May 2004. His academic career includes positions as an Assistant Professor starting in August 2009, becoming an Associate Professor in April 2016, and reaching the rank of Professor in December 2019. His research interests are focused on the biological consequences of protein post-translational modifications, with a particular emphasis on glycosylation. He employs a combination of organic synthesis, bioorthogonal reactions, and synthetic protein chemistry to achieve his research objectives. Additionally, he is affiliated with the Norris Cancer Center as a member and participates in the Biological Biomedical Sciences program.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2019-12-01 — Present

University of Southern California • Los Angeles, CA

Leading academic and research initiatives in the Department of Chemistry.

Associate Professor

2016-04-01 — 2019-12-01

University of Southern California • Los Angeles, CA

Conducting research and teaching in the Department of Chemistry.

Assistant Professor

2009-08-01 — 2016-04-01

University of Southern California • Los Angeles, CA

Involved in undergraduate and graduate education and research in Chemistry.

Requirements for University of Southern California

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
GRE General
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Math, or Hard Science
Application Checklist
  • Online application
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  • Letters of Recommendation (not required for MS CS, but allowed)
Specialization Notes

GRE is NOT required for Master's applicants for 2025-2026.