Dr. Pawan Shahi

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Dr. Pawan Shahi is a Scientist at the McPherson Eye Research Institute and part of the Pediatrics Department at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. He has a strong background in Biotechnology and Electrophysiology, holding multiple degrees from Bangalore University and Chosun University, where he completed his PhD in 2012. His research primarily focuses on understanding the mechanisms of congenital blindness, particularly Leber congenital amaurosis, through studies on Kir 7.1 ion channels expressed in retinal pigment epithelium cells. Over the past seven years, Dr. Shahi has also conducted ion channel and cell signaling studies involving various organ systems, including the intestines and colon. His work contributes valuable insights into gene therapy and electrophysiological principles related to vision restoration.

Research Interests

Experience

Scientist

— Present

McPherson Eye Research Institute • Madison, WI

Conducting research on congenital blindness and related therapies.

Requirements for University of Wisconsin–Madison

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:92
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:125
Overall
Required:125
Prerequisites
Programming experience (Data Structures, Machine Organization) One year college-level calculus
Application Checklist
  • Statement of Purpose
  • CV/Resume
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Unofficial transcripts
Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Computer Sciences