Dr. Morgan Gilman

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Morgan Gilman is an Assistant Professor at Boston University's Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine, specializing in Pharmacology, Physiology, and Biophysics. Dr. Gilman's research focuses on the molecular mechanisms that bacteria utilize to construct their cell walls, a critical barrier that protects them and plays a significant role in their resistance to antibiotics. By examining the stages involved in peptidoglycan assembly, a key component of bacterial cell walls, Dr. Gilman's work aims to contribute to the development of new antibiotics. Her rigorous approach combines biochemical and structural methodologies to identify potential drug targets that can inhibit bacterial cell wall synthesis. She holds a PhD from the Geisel School of Medicine and has received several prestigious awards for her research efforts, including the Howard Hughes Medical Institute Hanna Holbern Gray Fellowship. Morgan is dedicated to mentoring students and fostering a collaborative research environment, contributing to advancements in medical science and public health.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

2021-09-01 — Present

Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine • Boston, MA

Teaching and conducting research in pharmacology, physiology, and biophysics.

Awards

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Hanna Holbern Gray Fellowship

2020-01-01
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John W. Strohbehn Award for Excellence in Biomedical Research

2019-01-01
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Junior Fellowship

2017-01-01

Requirements for Boston University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.88
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
Application Checklist
  • Personal statement
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Resume
  • LSAT or GRE scores
  • Transcripts through LSAC
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