Dr. David Vu

Assistant Professor

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Biography

David Vu is a Clinical Associate Professor in the Department of Pediatrics at Stanford University, specializing in pediatric infectious diseases. He focuses his research on human responses to dengue virus and malaria infections. Dr. Vu completed his undergraduate studies in Animal Physiology & Neuroscience at the University of California, San Diego, and earned his medical doctorate from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine. He trained in general pediatrics at UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital Oakland and completed his fellowship in pediatric infectious diseases at Emory University School of Medicine. His current studies on pediatric dengue and malaria co-infection are supported by the NIAID Career Development Award (K23 AI127909) and the K Award Support Program from Maternal & Child Health Research Institute. Over the course of his career, Dr. Vu has received several prestigious awards, including the KL-2 Career Development Award from Spectrum (Stanford CTSA) and the Ruth L. Kirschstein National Research Service Award from NIAID, NIH. He is board certified in both general pediatrics and pediatric infectious diseases. Dr. Vu is dedicated to advancing the understanding and treatment of infectious diseases in children, contributing significantly to both clinical practice and academic research.

Research Interests

Experience

Clinical Associate Professor

— Present

Stanford University • Stanford, CA

Specializing in pediatric infectious diseases, conducting research on human responses to dengue virus and malaria infections.

Awards

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KL-2 Career Development Award

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Ruth L. Kirschstein National Research Service Award

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.