Dr. Hyun Koo

Professor

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Biography

Hyun (Michel) Koo is a professor in the Department of Orthodontics and in the Divisions of Pediatric Dentistry and Community Oral Health at the University of Pennsylvania. He also holds a professorship in the Department of Bioengineering at the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences. Dr. Koo is co-founder and co-director of the Center for Innovation and Precision Dentistry (CiPD), which is dedicated to advancing oral and craniofacial health research through interdisciplinary collaboration among clinicians, scientists, and engineers. He focuses on understanding biofilms that contribute to oral diseases, utilizing engineering principles to develop innovative therapeutic and diagnostic solutions. His laboratory employs advanced imaging and computational techniques to study microbial interactions within biofilms. Dr. Koo's research has resulted in numerous publications in high-impact journals, and he has received several prestigious awards, including being named a Highly Cited Researcher by Clarivate. He is committed to mentoring graduate and postdoctoral fellows in their academic and industrial endeavors.

Research Interests

Experience

Co-Founding Director

2015-01-01 — Present

Center for Innovation & Precision Dentistry • Philadelphia, PA

Leading a multidisciplinary institute focused on oral craniofacial health research and innovation.

Professor

2012-01-01 — Present

Department of Orthodontics • Philadelphia, PA

Teaching and conducting research in orthodontics and bioengineering.

Awards

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Clarivate Highly Cited Researcher

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IADR Distinguished Scientist Award

Requirements for University of Pennsylvania

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.6
GRE General
Verbal
Required:162
Quantitative
Required:162
Overall
Required:162
GMAT
Total Score
Required:728
Overall
Required:728
TOEFL
Total
Required:115
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or equivalent Strong quantitative background
Application Checklist
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