Dr. William Allen

Assistant Professor

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Biography

William Allen is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Developmental Biology at Stanford University, focusing on the intersection of developmental biology and neuroscience. His research investigates the molecular and cellular mechanisms that underlie neural development and function. He received his Ph.D. in Neurosciences from Stanford University in 2019, following an M.Phil. in Computational Biology from the University of Cambridge in 2013, and a Sc.B. in Applied Mathematics-Biology from Brown University in 2012. Allen has been awarded several prestigious honors throughout his academic career, including the Career Award Scientific Interface from the Burroughs-Wellcome Fund (2022-2027), the Science & SciLifeLab Prize for Young Scientists (2020), and the Junior Fellowship from Harvard Society Fellows (2019-2024). He is also recognized for his involvement in the academic community, serving as a Doctoral Dissertation Advisor and Committee member for multiple students. His commitment to advancing knowledge in developmental biology is evident in his dedication to teaching and mentorship.

Awards

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Career Award Scientific Interface

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Science & SciLifeLab Prize for Young Scientists

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Junior Fellowship

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Goldwater Scholarship

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Churchill Scholarship

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Graduate Research Fellowship

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Hertz Fellowship

Courses

NEPR 204 DBIO 299 NEPR 299 BIOE 391 DBIO 399 NEPR 399

Requirements for Stanford University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:26
Reading
Required:26
Writing
Required:26
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:100
GRE General
Verbal
Required:160
Quantitative
Required:165
Analytical Writing
Required:4.5
Overall
Required:4.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree from an accredited institution Strong background in mathematics and programming
Application Checklist
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Official transcripts
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

The Computer Science department emphasizes research potential. GRE General is currently optional but recommended for some tracks.