Dr. Joseph Lipsick

Professor

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Biography

Joseph (Joe) Lipsick is a Professor in the Department of Pathology at Stanford University, specializing in genetics and cancer research. He has contributed significantly to the understanding of oncogenes and tumor suppressor genes, focusing on the mutations that cause cancer. Dr. Lipsick's research employs various model organisms including Drosophila melanogaster, where he studies the Myb oncogene family and its role in mutated human cancers. His work reveals the interplay between epigenetic regulation and gene expression, particularly involving the Rb-E2F pathway. He has held numerous academic and administrative roles within the university, including director of graduate programs and committee memberships, while actively mentoring students in their academic journeys. In recognition of his work, he has received several prestigious awards, such as the Walter J. Gores Award for Excellence in Teaching and has been appointed as a Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

— Present

Stanford University • Stanford, California

Professor in the Department of Pathology.

Awards

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Walter J Gores Award

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Award for Excellence in Diversity & Inclusion

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Fellow

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Outstanding Service Award

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Graduate Teaching Award

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Scholar

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Fellow

Courses

CBIO 101 PATH 101 INDE 210 HUMBIO 175 CBIO 299 GENE 299 PATH 299 PATH 280 CBIO 399 GENE 399 PATH 399 GENE 370 PATH 370 GENE 260 CBIO 260 GENE 199 PATH 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
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Specialization Notes

The Computer Science department emphasizes research potential. GRE General is currently optional but recommended for some tracks.