Dr. Miles Parkes

Professor

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Biography

Professor Miles Parkes is a leading figure in the field of immunogenetics, particularly focusing on molecular genetics of Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, which are inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD). He serves as the Director of the Cambridge Biomedical Research Centre and has a significant role in coordinating and developing early translational research and experimental medicine funded by the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR). His research interests include fine mapping of over 240 confirmed genetic susceptibility loci related to IBD, utilizing advanced sequencing and array-based technologies combined with expression and functional studies. He is actively involved in large-scale studies, including the IBD BioResource, which has recruited over 30,000 participants from hospitals across the UK. Professor Parkes is the chief investigator of the PROFILE trial, aimed at developing prognostic biomarkers for newly diagnosed Crohn's disease. He maintains relationships with prominent institutions, such as the Wellcome Trust Sanger Institute and leads a UK IBD genetics research consortium, contributing to international efforts in understanding and treating IBD.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Cambridge

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.7
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:25
Reading
Required:25
Writing
Required:25
Speaking
Required:25
Total
Required:110
Prerequisites
UK Bachelor's Degree with good Upper Second Class Honours or international equivalent Background in international relations, politics, law, economics, security or history is a definite asset
Application Checklist
  • Two academic references
  • Official transcripts
  • CV/Resume
  • Personal statement (approx 500 words)
  • Research proposal (1-2 pages/500 words)
  • Application fee (£50)
Specialization Notes

Standard postgraduate requirements for Department of Politics and International Studies (POLIS) and related humanities departments.