Professor Dr. Richard Bucala

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Biography

Richard Bucala is the Chief of the Section of Rheumatology, Allergy & Immunology and holds the Waldemar Von Zedtwitz Endowed Professorship in Medicine, Pathology, Epidemiology & Public Health at Yale. His research focuses on the mechanisms of immune system regulation, particularly related to cytokines and the macrophage migration-inhibitory factor (MIF). Bucala’s lab explores genetic susceptibility to diseases, with a particular focus on autoimmune conditions and chronic infections such as malaria and tuberculosis. He has been instrumental in identifying the critical role of MIF in immunopathology, and his work has led to therapeutic developments aimed at targeting MIF for treatment. Bucala has co-founded biotechnology companies and contributed to the development of anti-MIF therapies. He is a member of various professional organizations and has played a key role in advisory boards across multiple sectors, including academia and government. His clinical focus includes comprehensive care for patients with rheumatic diseases, employing personalized medicine strategies to improve patient outcomes.

Research Interests

Rheumatology Epidemiology Infectious Disease Medicine Global Health Macrophage Migration-Inhibitory Factors Malaria Stem Cells Public Health

Experience

Chief, Section Rheumatology, Allergy & Immunology

— Present

Yale School of Medicine • New Haven, CT

Leader of the section that focuses on research and clinical care in the field of rheumatology, allergy, and immunology.

Professor

— Present

Yale School of Medicine • New Haven, CT

Professor of Medicine, Pathology, and Epidemiology.

Awards

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Elected Member

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Clinical Care Award

Requirements for Yale University

Doctorate Program

Requirements

GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
GRE General
TOEFL
Listening
Required:25
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Speaking
Required:7.5
Overall
Required:7

Prerequisites

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Computer Science, or Mathematics

Application Checklist

  • Statement of academic purpose
  • Unofficial transcripts
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Application fee ($105)
  • Resume/CV

Specialization Notes

Administered via the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences (GSAS). GRE General is optional for PhD.