Dr. Richard Mortensen

Professor

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Biography

Richard M. Mortensen is a Professor at the University of Michigan Medical School, specializing in Molecular Integrative Physiology and Internal Medicine. His research focuses on understanding the metabolism in relation to cardiovascular disease, inflammation, and how specific receptors such as PPAR-gamma and mineralocorticoid receptors function in these contexts. He has contributed to the field extensively, particularly in investigating the implications of metabolites like itaconate in obesity and diabetes and their effects on immune responses. His recent publications in prestigious journals highlight his work on tumor immunity and metabolic reprogramming. Dr. Mortensen is also affiliated with several research centers within the University of Michigan, including the Samuel and Jean Frankel Cardiovascular Center and the Caswell Diabetes Institute.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Michigan

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:84
GRE General
Verbal
Required:155
Verbal Percentile
Required:50
Quantitative
Required:168
Quantitative Percentile
Required:50
Analytical Writing
Required:3.6
Writing Percentile
Required:50
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in engineering, physics, or mathematics Calculus Physics
Application Checklist
  • Rackham Graduate School Application
  • Official Transcripts
  • 3 Letters of Recommendation
  • Academic Statement of Purpose
  • Personal Statement
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science