Dr. Phong Tran

Associate Professor

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Biography

Phong Tran is an Associate Professor in the Department of Cell Developmental Biology at the Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania. His research focuses on the cytoskeleton and cellular pattern formation, particularly in relation to cell polarity and cell division processes. Tran's studies have demonstrated how microtubules influence the organization of the mitotic spindle and the segregation of chromosomes during cell division. His long-term research goal is to elucidate the molecular mechanisms by which cytoskeletal proteins operate, with an emphasis on evolutionary conservation. Current projects include investigations into spindle mechanics during chromosome segregation, cytoskeletal contributions to cell morphology, and the dynamics of organelles such as nuclei and mitochondria within eukaryotic cells.

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
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