Dr. Michael Haney

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Dr. Michael S. Haney is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania, where he focuses on the role of microglia in neurodegenerative diseases and brain aging. His research primarily investigates the cellular mechanisms by which microglia and peripheral immune cells influence neuronal function in the context of neurodegeneration and aging. The Haney lab utilizes innovative approaches, including in vivo CRISPR screens and mouse models, to explore the impact of age-related factors on neurodegeneration. The lab also employs CRISPR screens with induced pluripotent stem cell (iPSC) derived microglia and neurons, as well as transcriptomic and epigenetic analyses, to elucidate the biochemical pathways involved. Dr. Haney's academic background includes a B.A. in Molecular Cell Biology from the University of California, Berkeley, and a Ph.D. in Genetics from Stanford University School of Medicine. His work contributes to our understanding of neuroimmunology and the complex interactions between aging and neurodegenerative diseases.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Pennsylvania

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.6
GRE General
Verbal
Required:162
Quantitative
Required:162
Overall
Required:162
GMAT
Total Score
Required:728
Overall
Required:728
TOEFL
Total
Required:115
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or equivalent Strong quantitative background
Application Checklist
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