Dr. John Scott

Professor

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Biography

Dr. John D. Scott is the Edwin G. Krebs-Speights Professor of Cell Signaling at the University of Washington, where he specializes in pharmacology and cancer biology. His research focuses on drug discovery, precision medicine, and the molecular basis of disease, particularly through the study of intracellular signaling pathways. He has made significant contributions to understanding the role of A-kinase Anchoring Proteins (AKAPs) in regulating protein kinases and phosphatases within defined cellular locations. His research employs a combination of molecular, genetic, and structural approaches to elucidate the spatial regulation of physiological processes and how dysregulation can lead to various disease states, including cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, and cancers. Dr. Scott has received numerous accolades for his work, including the 2024 ASPET Julius Axelrod Award and the Oppenheimer Award from the Endocrine Society. He is recognized as a Fellow of the Royal Society (London) and the Royal Society of Edinburgh, and he serves on various scientific advisory boards across the USA, UK, Europe, Australia, and Asia.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2005-01-01 — Present

University of Washington • Seattle, WA

Leading research and teaching in the field of pharmacology, focusing on drug discovery and intracellular signaling.

Awards

#1

ASPET Julius Axelrod Award

2024-01-01
#1

John J. Abel Award

#1

Oppenheimer Award

#1

Rose Award

#1

Ariens Prize

Requirements for University of Washington

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:105
Overall
Required:105
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university
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Specialization Notes

Standard Graduate School requirements for University of Washington apply to most departments listed unless specified otherwise by the program.