Dr. Rupak Shivakoti

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Rupak Shivakoti's research focuses on the role of immune metabolic factors in health outcomes. His ongoing observational and interventional studies assess the impact of inflammation, nutrition, and the microbiome on outcomes related to HIV, tuberculosis, and maternal-child health. His work investigates the increasing convergence of infectious and chronic diseases, particularly regarding immune metabolic factors and their extension to cardio-metabolic disease outcomes, such as diabetes, obesity, and cardiovascular disease. He is the Principal Investigator of multiple NIH-funded projects addressing these topics in diverse international settings, including India, South Africa, and Uganda.

Research Interests

Child and Adolescent Health Environmental Health Food Policy and Obesity Global Health HIV/AIDS Infectious Diseases Maternal Reproductive Health

Requirements for Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:25
Reading
Required:25
Writing
Required:25
Speaking
Required:25
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:135
Overall
Required:135
GRE General
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution One semester of college-level mathematics (Algebra or above) One semester of introductory Biology Evidence of quantitative and analytical ability
Application Checklist
  • SOPHAS Online Application
  • Official Transcripts
  • Personal Statement (500-1000 words)
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • Resume/CV
  • Quantitative & Analytical Assessment
Specialization Notes

Master of Public Health (MPH) and Master of Science (MS) options available. GRE is optional for Fall 2026.