Dr. Jill Helms

Professor

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Biography

Jill Helms is a Professor in the Department of Surgery at Stanford University, specializing in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. Her research focuses on understanding the mechanisms of healing and how age affects these processes. Helms leads a laboratory program exploring the role of adult stem cells in regenerative medicine, aiming to develop strategies that improve tissue healing by re-activating a patient’s own stem cells. She is inspired by collaborations with experts across various fields, including bioengineering and materials science, to drive innovations in wound repair. Her work has a significant translational impact, with multiple patents highlighting clinically relevant research outcomes. Helms also emphasizes the importance of education and community engagement, advocating for awareness around scientific contributions to health care. Through her participation in outreach programs, she mentors underrepresented students in science, encouraging diversity within the biomedical research community. She has been involved in numerous professional organizations and has received several prestigious awards for her contributions to dental research and craniofacial genetics. Her commitment to addressing disparities in healthcare and improving the lives of individuals with facial differences further underscores her dedication to the field.

Research Interests

Patents

Ex-vivo use WNT3A therapeutic

9,301,980

United States Patent related to therapeutic applications of WNT3A.

Enhancement of Osteogenic Potential of Bone Grafts

14/333,220 2014-10-02

United States Patent addressing enhancements to bone graft efficiency.

WNT Compositions and Methods of Purification

61/885,827 2013-12-19

United States Patent related to methods involving WNT compositions.

Courses

SURG 52Q CHPR 399 CHPR 290 CHPR 299 SURG 299 SURG 399 HUMBIO 194 SURG 370 BIO 300X BIO 199X HUMBIO 193 SURG 199

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.