Dr. James Kahn

Biography

James Kahn is a Professor Emeritus in the Department of Medicine at Stanford University, specializing in General Medical Disciplines with a focus on Primary Care and Population Health. His research has primarily focused on antiretroviral treatments for HIV infection, specifically understanding the pathogenesis of HIV associated with acute infections and post-exposure prevention. In recent years, Kahn's work has involved leveraging data from electronic medical records to model HIV disease and enhance outcome research. He has developed mentorship programs for doctoral and post-doctoral scholars as well as early career faculty committed to translational clinical research. Over his extensive career, he has served as a national chair for studies sponsored by the NIAID and has conducted numerous Phase 1, 2, and 3 clinical trials. His scholarly research has been supported by substantial NIH funding for over two decades, during which he has been principal investigator for multiple grants, including R01, R18, R24, R35, and K24 programs, as well as co-investigator on various research awards. Kahn has also received career awards from foundations such as the American Cancer Society and has played a significant role in advancing HIV research through collaborative efforts with various funding bodies.

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