Dr. Michael Greicius

Professor

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Biography

Dr. Michael Greicius is a Professor of Neurology at Stanford University, specializing in Alzheimer's disease and neurodegenerative disorders. He is the Founding Director of the Stanford Center for Memory Disorders and a prominent researcher in using advanced brain imaging and genetic studies to uncover the underlying mechanisms of Alzheimer's disease. His research focuses on the genetic and biological factors contributing to Alzheimer's and aims to identify novel drug targets to treat patients effectively. Dr. Greicius has received several awards for his teaching and research contributions, including the McKnight Foundation Memory Cognitive Disorders Award and the Outstanding Teacher Award from the International Society for Magnetic Resonance in Medicine. He is also recognized by Thomson Reuters as one of the world’s influential scientific minds.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor, Member

2001-01-01 — Present

Stanford University • Palo Alto, CA

Professor in Adult Neurology, focusing on Alzheimer's disease, and Member of the Stanford Center for Memory Disorders.

Awards

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McKnight Foundation Memory Cognitive Disorders Award

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Thomson Reuters "The World’s Influential Scientific Minds"

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Outstanding Teacher Award

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Stanford Neurology Clerkship Teaching Award

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New Perspectives fMRI Research Award

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Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society

Courses

NENS 299 NEPR 299 NENS 280 NENS 399 NEPR 399 NENS 370 NENS 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.