Dr. Anusha Kalbasi

Associate Professor

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Biography

Anusha Kalbasi is an Associate Professor at Stanford University, specializing in Radiation Oncology with a focus on the treatment of sarcoma and solid tumors. She is a physician-scientist at the Stanford Cancer Institute, where she combines her clinical expertise with research in cancer immunology. Dr. Kalbasi's laboratory is dedicated to understanding the interactions between immune cells and cancer cells, particularly by analyzing the signaling pathways involved in these interactions. Her work aims to develop next-generation immunotherapies that effectively communicate with cancer-fighting cells to enhance their potency and persistence. She has an extensive background in early-phase clinical trials related to immunotherapy, cellular therapy, and radiation therapy, and her clinical focus remains on radiation oncology. Over the years, Dr. Kalbasi has received numerous accolades for her contributions to cancer research and treatment, reflecting her dedication to improving patient outcomes through innovative therapies.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

— Present

Stanford University • Stanford, CA

Teaching and conducting research in the field of Radiation Oncology, with a focus on developing new immunotherapies for cancer treatment.

Awards

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CRI Lloyd J. Old STAR Award

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Robert L. Mary Ellenburg Endowed Faculty Scholar

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MERIT Award (R37)

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AACR NextGen Star Award

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Joseph Drown Foundation Dean's Award for Research Excellence

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Clinical Scientist Career Development Award (K08)

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Damon Runyon Clinical Investigator Award

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MRA Young Investigator Award

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SITC Young Investigator Award

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SARC Career Enhancement Award

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Tower Cancer Research Foundation Young Investigator Award

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ASCO Merit Award

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ASCO Young Investigator Award

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Alpha Omega Alpha

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HHMI Research Scholar

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Geffen Scholar

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Phi Beta Kappa

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Merck Index Award

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Robert C. Byrd Scholar

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Regents' Scholar

Courses

CBIO 399 IMMUNOL 399 MED 199 RADO 199

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.