Dr. David Lewis

Professor

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Biography

Dr. David B. Lewis is the Naddisy Foundation Professor at Stanford University, specializing in Pediatric Food Allergy, Immunology, and Asthma. He serves as the Chief of the Division of Immunology and Allergy in the Department of Pediatrics. With a robust academic background, Lewis earned his M.D. from the University of California at San Francisco and has held various positions at Stanford, including Acting Associate Professor and Director of the Jeffrey Modell Primary Immunodeficiency Center. His research focuses on understanding the cellular and molecular basis of immune responses in neonates, particularly their limitations in producing cytokines such as interferon-gamma. He has actively contributed to studies identifying markers for recent thymic emigrants in CD4 T-cell lineages, aiming to enhance vaccine development against infectious diseases. Dr. Lewis has received multiple awards for his excellence in teaching and continues to mentor students through various fellowship programs in his field.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor - University Medical Line

2005-01-01 — Present

Stanford University • Stanford, CA

Leading research and education in Pediatric Immunology.

Associate Professor

1997-01-01 — 2005-01-01

Stanford University • Stanford, CA

Engaged in academic teaching and research in pediatrics.

Acting Associate Professor

1997-01-01 — 1997-01-01

Stanford University • Stanford, CA

Temporary position within the Pediatrics Department.

Awards

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Henry J. Kaiser Award for Excellence in Preclinical Teaching (Immunology)

2001-01-01
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Henry J. Kaiser Award for Excellence in Preclinical Teaching (Immunology)

2005-01-01

Courses

IMMUNOL 299 PEDS 299 PEDS 280 IMMUNOL 280 IMMUNOL 399 PEDS 399 PEDS 370 IMMUNOL 290 PEDS 199 IMMUNOL 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.