Dr. Feng Yue

Professor

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Biography

Feng Yue, PhD, is the founding director of the Center for Cancer Genomics at the Robert H. Lurie Comprehensive Cancer Center of Northwestern University and serves as the director of the Center for Advanced Molecular Analysis within the Northwestern Institute of Augmented Intelligence in Medicine. He is also the Duane Susan Burnham Professor in Molecular Medicine and holds professorships in both the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Genetics and the Department of Pathology. Dr. Yue's research group utilizes modern genomic technologies, machine learning, and CRISPR genome editing to identify biomarkers and investigate the impact of genetic variants on human cancers. An active member of several NIH-funded consortia, including ENCODE and the Roadmap/Epigenomics projects, he leads integrative analysis efforts within these initiatives. Dr. Yue frequently publishes works on topics such as glioblastoma treatment and the genetic intricacies involved in various cancers and contributes to editorial boards for journals like Genome Research and Science Advances. He has been honored with various accolades, including the Dean's Teaching Award from Northwestern University and is anticipated to be inducted as a Fellow in the American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering in 2025.

Research Interests

Experience

Director

2008-01-01 — Present

Center for Cancer Genomics, Robert H. Lurie Comprehensive Cancer Center • Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine

Leading efforts in cancer genomics research, focusing on the integration of machine learning and genetic editing for cancer treatment.

Awards

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Fellow

2025-01-01
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Dean's Teaching Award

2024-01-01
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Keith Dunker Lectureship Award

2022-01-01

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.