Dr. Edward Graves

Professor

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Biography

Edward Graves is a Professor in the Department of Radiation Oncology at Stanford University, specializing in Radiation Physics. He has a strong background in bioengineering, having earned both his Bachelor’s and Ph.D. from UC Berkeley. His research focuses on the application of emerging functional molecular imaging techniques in radiation therapy for cancer treatment. His group has pioneered methods for image-guided, conformal radiation treatment in small animal models and has integrated approaches involving preclinical molecular imaging and various imaging modalities. He actively studies the impact of radiation on tissues and tumors to maximize treatment effectiveness and is currently engaged in clinical trials examining hypoxia in solid tumors. His administrative role includes serving as the Program Director for the Biomedical Physics Ph.D. program. Edward is committed to translating technical advancements into significant clinical applications in radiation therapy.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2001-01-01 — Present

Stanford University • Stanford, California

Professor in the Department of Radiation Oncology specializing in Radiation Physics.

Program Director

2022-01-01 — Present

Biomedical Physics PhD Program • Stanford, California

Director of the Biomedical Physics Ph.D. program.

Courses

BMP 253 RADO 253 BIOE 191 BIOE 392 CBIO 299 RADO 299 APPPHYS 290 BIOE 391 RADO 280 BMP 399 CBIO 399 RADO 399 RADO 370 RADO 101 PHYSICS 490 CBIO 260 RADO 199 RADO 244

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
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  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

The Computer Science department emphasizes research potential. GRE General is currently optional but recommended for some tracks.