Dr. Raven Huang

Professor

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Biography

Raven H. Huang is a Professor in the School of Molecular and Cellular Biology at the University of Illinois, specializing in Biochemistry and Biophysics & Quantitative Biology. His research focuses on the molecular mechanisms of biological conflicts, particularly between organisms, viruses, and bacteria. His research group investigates the defensive systems bacteria employ against viruses, including the discovery of new RNA repair systems and antiphage responses. Huang's studies illustrate the essential role of protein translation machinery in these conflicts, with significant implications for understanding pathogen interactions and defense mechanisms. He has a diverse educational background, including a B.S. and M.S. from Nankai University and a Ph.D. from the University of Washington, followed by a postdoctoral fellowship at Harvard University.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Illinois

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:17
Reading
Required:19
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:103
GRE General
Prerequisites
Mathematical background Linear Algebra Calculus
Application Checklist
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Specialization Notes

GRE is optional for admission to all graduate programs in Statistics. Full status admission requires higher language scores than limited status.