Dr. Jean Tang

Professor

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Biography

Jean Y. Tang is a Professor in the Department of Dermatology at Stanford University. Her research is focused on rare, monogenetic skin diseases, prominently including Epidermolysis Bullosa and Gorlin Syndrome. Dr. Tang completed her PhD in Biophysics and her medical training at Stanford, followed by residency training in dermatology and a post-doctoral fellowship in clinical research. She has engaged in pioneering clinical trials including innovative gene therapies for skin grafts in patients with Recessive Dystrophic Epidermolysis Bullosa. Furthermore, her contributions have led to the successful granting of orphan drug and breakthrough therapy designations by the FDA. With over 12 years of clinical and translational research experience, Dr. Tang has published extensively in high-impact journals and is active in various clinical trials aimed at advancing treatment for skin cancers and genetic dermatologic disorders. Additionally, she holds significant roles in administrative appointments and has received numerous accolades for her contributions to dermatological research.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

— Present

Stanford University • Redwood City, California

Professor in the Department of Dermatology, engaging in research and clinical practices.

Awards

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Naomi Kanof Lecture Prize

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Research Achievement Award Skin Cancer

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Scholar-Innovator

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Clinical Investigator Award

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K23 Career Development Award

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Health Services Investigator Award

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Young Investigator Award

Courses

DERM 199 DERM 280 DERM 299 DERM 370 DERM 399

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.