Dr. Rachel Wolfson

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Rachel Wolfson is an Assistant Professor at Harvard Medical School in the Department of Biological Biomedical Sciences. Her research focuses on understanding how sensory neurons innervate internal organs and how they respond to various physiological and pathophysiological stimuli. Wolfson's lab employs a range of techniques including mouse genetics, electrophysiology, behavior, biochemistry, and molecular biology to define the neural circuits underlying visceral sensation and understand the molecular mechanisms that enable the perception of diverse stimuli.

Research Interests

Requirements for Harvard Medical School

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree Undergraduate preparation in the sciences Biology Chemistry Physics
Application Checklist
  • Online application form
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Personal Statement
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Transcripts
  • CV/Resume
  • Application fee ($105)
Specialization Notes

Administered by the Division of Medical Sciences (DMS). GRE is not required and will not be considered for BBS, Immunology, and Neuroscience.