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Derek Tan is the Chair of the Chemical Biology Program at the Sloan Kettering Institute and holds the Eugene W. Kettering Chair. His research focuses on identifying small-molecule probes and therapeutic lead compounds that target novel biological elements, a significant challenge in the field of chemical biology and drug discovery. He employs a two-pronged methodology combining diversity-oriented synthesis with rational design to discover ligand-based agents. His research aims to develop innovative chemical methodologies for systematic access to diverse molecular structures, facilitating the investigation of key biological processes and potential treatment avenues for cancer and infectious diseases. Moreover, Tan’s group is committed to fostering increasing diversity and inclusion within the scientific community, creating an environment that welcomes researchers from various backgrounds.
The program is hosted by the Weill Cornell Graduate School of Medical Sciences in partnership with the Sloan Kettering Institute. GRE scores are optional.