Dr. Arend Sidow

Professor

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Biography

Arend Sidow is a Professor in the Department of Pathology at Stanford University. His research focuses on evolutionary genomics and cancer, with a highly collaborative approach that utilizes principles of phylogenetics. Through the application of whole genome sequencing and functional genomics, Sidow's research strives to understand cancer evolution by analyzing data from multiple tumor samples from patients. His significant contributions include work published in notable journals such as Genome Research and Trends in Genetics. Sidow's lab is dedicated to advancing the field of cancer research and developing innovative methodologies that can improve patient outcomes.

Research Interests

Evolutionary Genomics Cancer Phylogenetics Whole Genome Sequencing Functional Genomics

Courses

BMDS 295 BMDS 299 CBIO 299 GENE 299 PATH 299 PATH 280 CBIO 399 GENE 399 PATH 399 BMDS 370 GENE 370 PATH 370 GENE 260 GENE 199 PATH 199 DBIO 200 GENE 200

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.