Dr. Timothy Springer

Professor

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Biography

Timothy Springer is the Latham Family Professor of Biological Chemistry and Molecular Pharmacology at Harvard Medical School. He has received his B.A. in Biochemistry from the University of California in 1971 and his Ph.D. in Molecular Biology and Biochemistry from Harvard in 1976. He is known for his pioneering research in receptor-ligand interactions that are crucial to immunology, hemostasis, and mammalian biology. His discoveries include monoclonal antibodies and adhesion receptors integral to immune system function. Springer’s groundbreaking discoveries have led to FDA-approved therapies for diseases including psoriasis and multiple sclerosis. He has published over 500 articles and holds more than 30 patents, with a Hirsch index of 147. He is a member of the National Academy of Sciences and has received numerous awards, including the Crafoord Prize. His current research focuses on understanding protein conformational changes and their implications in cell signaling and immune responses, with projects aimed at developing new therapeutics and vaccines.

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Professor

1989-01-01 — Present

Harvard Medical School • Boston, MA

Latham Family Professor and active researcher in the fields of biological chemistry and molecular pharmacology.

Requirements for Harvard Medical School

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree Undergraduate preparation in the sciences Biology Chemistry Physics
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Specialization Notes

Administered by the Division of Medical Sciences (DMS). GRE is not required and will not be considered for BBS, Immunology, and Neuroscience.