Dr. Thomas Sanderson

Associate Professor

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Biography

Thomas Sanderson is an Associate Professor at the University of Michigan Medical School, focusing on the mechanisms of brain injury stemming from ischemic and traumatic insults. His research particularly examines outcomes in cases of cardiac arrest, ischemic stroke, neonatal hypoxia, and trauma. He delves deep into mitochondrial dynamics, aiming to develop neuroprotective therapies that modulate mitochondrial activity to reduce brain injuries. Sanderson has held significant roles, including serving on review boards for multiple agencies like the American Heart Association and as an associate editor for the FASEB Journal. His lab is involved in novel therapeutic strategies and pre-clinical large animal studies. He is also a co-founder of a startup aimed at implementing innovative therapies for ischemic brain injuries. His educational background includes a PhD from Wayne State University and a postdoctoral research fellowship also at Wayne State.

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.