Dr. Jihye Paik

Associate Professor

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Biography

Jihye Paik is an Associate Professor in the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at Weill Cornell Medicine. Her research focuses on cancer biology, with particular emphasis on the molecular mechanisms driving tumor immunity and treatment resistance. She has extensively studied the role of various factors such as BRG1 and IDH1 in tumor cell behavior and response to therapies. Paik's work involves innovative techniques including CRISPR/Cas9 for gene editing and exploring therapeutic vulnerabilities in cancers such as mantle cell lymphoma and gliomas. She has contributed to many high-impact publications, demonstrating her leadership in the field and advancing understanding of cancer therapies. Additionally, Paik is involved in academic mentoring and has received multiple grants for her research endeavors. She holds a Master of Science from the University of Connecticut and a Bachelor of Science from Louisiana State University. Paik continues to explore the intersection of molecular oncology and cellular signaling in her ongoing projects.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2018-01-01 — Present

Weill Cornell Medicine • New York, NY

Teaching and conducting research in the field of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine.

Requirements for Cornell University

Master Program
Requirements
TOEFL
Listening
Required:15
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Architecture or related field
Application Checklist
  • Online application
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  • Academic Statement of Purpose
  • Personal Statement
  • Transcripts
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

Department of Architecture