Dr. Scott Soleimanpour

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Biography

Scott Soleimanpour, M.D., is the Larry D. Soderquist Professor in the University of Michigan Medical School and serves as the Director of the Michigan Diabetes Research Center. His research has significantly contributed to understanding the genetic causes of beta cell failure leading to diabetes, particularly Type 1 Diabetes (T1D). Diagnosed with T1D himself, he is dedicated to addressing the metabolic dysfunctions associated with diabetes. Dr. Soleimanpour completed extensive research training, including fellowships at Vanderbilt University and the Howard Hughes Medical Institute. His research interests encompass mitochondrial quality control, islet cell transplantation, and the transition of diabetes management from pediatric to adult care. He has received numerous honors from professional societies such as the American Diabetes Association and the Endocrine Society. Dr. Soleimanpour's laboratory is focused on elucidating mitochondrial dysfunction's role in T1D and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D) pathophysiology, making significant strides in diabetes research.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

— Present

University of Michigan Medical School • Ann Arbor, MI

Joined the faculty focusing on diabetes research and mentoring.

Awards

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Larry D. Soderquist Professor

2025-04-29

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
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  • Academic Statement of Purpose
  • Personal Statement
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science