Dr. Michael Thirman

Associate Professor

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Biography

Michael Thirman is an Associate Professor at the University of Chicago in the Department of Medicine, specializing in Hematology and Oncology. He has led significant research projects funded by the National Institutes of Health, focusing on the genetic analysis of leukemia and the role of MLL fusion proteins in leukemogenesis. Thirman has been a principal investigator for multiple R01 grants, investigating the mechanisms underlying acute leukemia and the implications of MLL fusions and cooperating mutations. He has contributed extensively to the literature on myeloid-lymphoid leukemia, fusion oncogenes, and related malignancies, demonstrating a deep commitment to understanding these complex diseases through cutting-edge research and collaborative efforts. His work is recognized internationally, and he actively engages in leveraging advanced methodologies to explore the intricacies of hematological cancers.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2010-01-01 — Present

University of Chicago • Chicago IL

Teaching and conducting research in the field of hematology and oncology, focusing on leukemia.

Requirements for University of Chicago

Doctorate Program
Requirements
TOEFL
Listening
Required:26
Reading
Required:26
Writing
Required:26
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:104
IELTS
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Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
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Specialization Notes

Department of Philosophy