Dr. Daniel Kim

Professor

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Biography

Dr. Daniel Kim is the Knight Family Professor of Cardiac Imaging, Associate Vice-Chair for Research in the Department of Radiology at Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern University. He has held a tenured professorship since 2016 and conducts groundbreaking research that bridges the domains of engineering and medicine, focusing on technology development in translational cardiovascular MRI science. His work actively collaborates with colleagues in radiology and cardiology, aiming to address unmet clinical needs and pioneering new MRI methods for heart disease management. A dedicated educator, he has mentored 20 medical students, graduate students, and post-doctoral fellows throughout his career. His contributions to the field have been recognized with numerous awards, including the Distinguished Investigator Award from the Academy of Radiology & Biomedical Imaging Research. Dr. Kim serves on editorial boards of prominent medical imaging journals and is involved in various professional societies. He is currently leading research studies involving innovative MRI techniques to assess heart health in COVID-19 patients. His extensive experience positions him as a notable figure in the field of cardiovascular imaging and research.

Research Interests

Experience

Knight Family Professor of Cardiac Imaging

2016-01-01 — Present

Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine • Chicago, Illinois

Tenured Professor in Radiology and leader in cardiovascular imaging research.

Awards

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Distinguished Investigator Award

2018-01-01
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Outstanding Teacher Award

2021-01-01
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Outstanding Teacher Award

2020-01-01

Requirements for Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, or Mathematics Calculus (single and multi-variable) Linear Algebra Differential Equations Statistics (Linear Regression, Hypothesis Testing) Vector Calculus
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Unofficial transcripts
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Resume or CV
  • Academic Statement
  • Personal Statement
  • Application fee
Specialization Notes

Administered by The Graduate School; focuses on Biomechanics, Imaging, Biomaterials, and Regenerative Medicine.