Dr. Sethu Pitchiaya

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Sethu Pitchiaya is an Assistant Professor at the University of Michigan Medical School, specializing in Pathology and Urology. He serves as the Associate Director of the Program in Cellular and Molecular Biology. Pitchiaya obtained his PhD from the University of Michigan in 2012 and holds a Bachelor's degree in Industrial Biotechnology from Anna University, completed in 2006. His research primarily focuses on cancer biology, particularly in understanding cellular responses and mechanisms underlying prostate cancer dynamics. He is a member of the Rogel Cancer Center, contributing to significant advancements in the cellular understanding of prostate cancer and its treatment modalities. Notable publications include work on the cellular composition and gene expression changes in the context of androgen deprivation therapy and determining the spatial organization of the mouse prostate that impacts castration resistance.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Michigan Medical School

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:84
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or equivalent Prior laboratory research experience Significant undergraduate coursework in chemistry and biology
Application Checklist
  • Online Application via Rackham
  • Academic Statement of Purpose
  • Personal Statement
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • Official Transcripts
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

Admission for Biological Chemistry, Cellular and Molecular Biology, Human Genetics, Microbiology and Immunology, Pharmacology, Molecular and Integrative Physiology, Cancer Biology, and Neuroscience is primary handled through the PIBS (Program in Biomedical Sciences) gateway.