Dr. Judith Frydman

Professor

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Biography

Judith Frydman is the Donald Kennedy Chair and a Professor of Genetics at Stanford University, where she is also a member of the School of Humanities and Sciences. Her research focuses on protein folding and its implications in living cells, utilizing a multidisciplinary approach to address fundamental questions regarding molecular chaperones, protein folding, and degradation. Frydman's lab aims to define how impairments in cellular folding quality control are linked to diseases such as cancer and neurodegenerative disorders. Additionally, she investigates how reengineering chaperone networks can lead to therapeutic strategies. With a solid foundation in genetics and molecular biology, Frydman contributes to various academic disciplines and supports both graduate and postdoctoral education within her field. Her work emphasizes a commitment to understanding the intricacies of cellular processes and developing effective interventions for related diseases.

Research Interests

Courses

BIO 83 BIO 211 BIO 198 BIOPHYS 399 CBIO 299 GENE 299 BIO 300 BIOPHYS 300 CBIO 399 GENE 399 GENE 370 BIO 199X GENE 260 BIO 290 CBIO 260 BIO 199 GENE 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.