Dr. Meghan Halley

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Meghan Halley is an Assistant Professor of Pediatrics in Research at the Center for Biomedical Ethics at Stanford University School of Medicine. She holds a PhD in Anthropology and a Master of Public Health from Case Western Reserve University. Her research focuses on ethical, legal, and social policy issues that arise in clinical translational research, utilizing a multidisciplinary approach from fields such as medical anthropology and public health. Halley’s areas of expertise encompass the ethics of emerging genomic technologies, the integration of research with clinical care, and the ethical implications of health interventions. Her work has been supported by the National Institutes of Health and published in reputable journals, including the New England Journal of Medicine and Nature Genetics. In addition to her academic responsibilities, she serves on the Board of Directors for the Undiagnosed Diseases Network Foundation, focusing on patient education and community engagement.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor (Research)

2022-01-01 — Present

Stanford University School of Medicine • Stanford, CA

Teaching and conducting research in the Center for Biomedical Ethics in the Pediatrics department.

Courses

PEDS 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.