Dr. Melissa Rosenkranz

Associate Professor

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Biography

Melissa Rosenkranz is an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychiatry at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. She holds a Distinguished Chair in Contemplative Neuroscience. Her research is focused on investigating the biology of the bi-directional mind-brain-immune pathways, emotion, and inflammation. She employs a wide range of tools, including functional and structural neuroimaging techniques such as MRI and PET, to explore these complex interactions. Her work aims to better understand how these systems are mutually influential, contributing to both psychiatric conditions and overall health. Through her research, Rosenkranz seeks to advance the field of contemplative neuroscience and improve mental health outcomes.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Wisconsin–Madison

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:92
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:125
Overall
Required:125
Prerequisites
Programming experience (Data Structures, Machine Organization) One year college-level calculus
Application Checklist
  • Statement of Purpose
  • CV/Resume
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Unofficial transcripts
Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Computer Sciences