Dr. Hanlee Ji

Professor

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Biography

Hanlee P. Ji is a Professor of Medicine, specializing in Oncology, at Stanford University. He is also a courtesy Professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering. Ji's clinical focus encompasses gastrointestinal oncology, medical oncology, and inherited cancer disorders, with a strong emphasis on immunotherapy. He has held significant administrative roles, including Senior Associate Director of the Stanford Genome Technology Center and representative in the Department of Medicine Team Science. Over his career, he has been honored with several prestigious awards such as the Physician-Scientist Fellowship Award from the Howard Hughes Medical Institute and the Research Scholar Award from the American Cancer Society. His research lab integrates advanced molecular technology and computation methods to identify new cancer therapy targets. Current projects target the development of innovative treatments for stomach and bile duct cancers, utilizing immunogenomics to enhance understanding of cancer and its immune interactions. Ji has a robust education background, having completed his MD at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine post a Bachelor of Arts in Biology from Reed College. He is actively involved in medical education and mentorship, particularly in programs related to Biomedical Data Science and Cancer Biology.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

— Present

Stanford University • Stanford, CA

Professor at the Department of Medicine, specializing in Oncology.

Senior Associate Director

— Present

Stanford Genome Technology Center • Stanford, CA

Led and managed research initiatives in genome technology.

Awards

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Physician-Scientist Fellowship Award

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Scholar-in-Training Award

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Merit Award

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Physician Scientist Early Career Award

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Clinical Scientist Development Award

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Research Scholar Award

Courses

BMDS 295 BMDS 299 MED 299 MED 280 MED 399 BMDS 370 MED 370 MED 199 MED 212C

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.