Dr. Wendy Hanna Rose

Professor

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Biography

Wendy Hanna-Rose is a Professor in the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology at Penn State University. She has a strong background in molecular, cellular, and developmental biology with a focus on the mechanisms of gene regulatory proteins. Wendy has a proven track record of mentoring students, engaging them in independent research, and fostering their growth in scientific practice. As the former Department Head and a recipient of various teaching awards, she is committed to enhancing student learning and promoting diversity within STEM fields. Her research lab aims to understand the disturbances in the cellular metabolic network that lead to physiological and behavioral outcomes, particularly examining the effects of inborn errors in purine metabolism, and how these affect sensory and developmental phenotypes. She has contributed significantly to the scientific community through her publications and has received multiple accolades for her teaching and mentoring efforts, including the Eberly College of Science Distinguished Mentoring Award and PSU’s highest teaching honor, the Milton S. Eisenhower Award.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2018-01-01 — Present

Penn State University • University Park, PA

Teaching and mentoring students, conducting research in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology.

Department Head

2017-01-01 — 2023-01-01

Penn State University • University Park, PA

Oversaw departmental operations and initiatives.

Associate Professor

2009-01-01 — 2018-01-01

Penn State University • University Park, PA

Conducted research and taught graduate and undergraduate courses.

Assistant Professor

2001-01-01 — 2009-01-01

Penn State University • University Park, PA

Conducted research and taught courses in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology.

Awards

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Eberly College of Science Distinguished Mentoring Award

2023-01-01
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Fellow, ELATES@Drexel Leadership Academy

2021-01-01
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Milton S. Eisenhower Award for Distinguished Teaching

2018-01-01
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Dean’s Climate Diversity Award

2018-01-01
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Excellence in Teaching Award

2014-01-01
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WISE Recognition Faculty Award

2011-01-01
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C.I. Noll Award for Excellence in Teaching

2007-01-01
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Tershak Outstanding Faculty Teaching Award

2004-01-01
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Basil O’Connor Starter Scholar Award

2002-01-01
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Postdoctoral Fellowship

1998-01-01

Requirements for Pennsylvania State University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7
GRE General
Prerequisites
Master's degree in related field for PhD Baccalaureate degree from accredited institution
Application Checklist
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Writing Sample
  • Official Transcripts
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

GRE scores are highly recommended but not strictly required for Applied Linguistics.