Dr. Thorsten Boroviak

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Biography

Thorsten Edwin Boroviak is a Principal Investigator in the Laboratory for Primate Embryogenesis at the University of Cambridge's Department of Physiology, Development Neuroscience. His research focuses on embryonic cells and their organization into complex life forms, particularly in humans and non-human primates. Thorsten's work involves high-throughput sequencing of single cells, embryonic stem cell culture, and bioengineering stem cell-based embryo models to provide insights into human development. Originally from Austria, he studied Molecular Biology at the University of Vienna, where he completed his master's thesis in 2007 before accepting a PhD fellowship at the University of Sheffield, exploring neuronal differentiation in mouse embryonic stem cells. His postdoctoral research included genome-wide comparisons of mouse and non-human primate development, and the pioneering of methods to investigate early developmental processes. Thorsten leads initiatives at the Cambridge Stem Cell Institute and the Centre for Trophoblast Research, enhancing the understanding of mammalian gastrulation and embryogenesis.

Research Interests

Experience

Principal Investigator

2017-01-01 — Present

Laboratory for Primate Embryogenesis • University of Cambridge

Lead research efforts investigating primate embryogenesis, focusing on molecular mechanisms and signaling pathways.

Requirements for University of Cambridge

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.7
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:25
Reading
Required:25
Writing
Required:25
Speaking
Required:25
Total
Required:110
Prerequisites
UK Bachelor's Degree with good Upper Second Class Honours or international equivalent Background in international relations, politics, law, economics, security or history is a definite asset
Application Checklist
  • Two academic references
  • Official transcripts
  • CV/Resume
  • Personal statement (approx 500 words)
  • Research proposal (1-2 pages/500 words)
  • Application fee (£50)
Specialization Notes

Standard postgraduate requirements for Department of Politics and International Studies (POLIS) and related humanities departments.