Dr. Jung Kwon

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Jung Woo Kwon is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Pathology at the University of Chicago. He specializes in renal pathology and his research focuses on various aspects of renal tumors, including papillary renal cell carcinoma and its associated histologic features. His work critically examines the molecular characteristics of different renal tumor types and has contributed substantially to the understanding of genetic mutations in renal cell carcinoma. Kwon’s publications include studies on eosinophilic renal cell carcinomas, the implications of the mTOR pathway in renal tumorigenesis, and comprehensive reviews of oncocytic tumors. His research often combines pathological findings with molecular insights, pushing forward the frontiers of renal pathology and advocating for innovative diagnostic strategies. Currently, he is involved in several projects that explore the histological and molecular features of renal tumors, aiming to refine diagnostic and therapeutic approaches for these aggressive neoplasms.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

— Present

University of Chicago • Chicago, IL

Teaches and conducts research in renal pathology, focusing on histologic and molecular features of renal tumors.

Requirements for University of Chicago

Doctorate Program
Requirements
TOEFL
Listening
Required:26
Reading
Required:26
Writing
Required:26
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:104
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
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Department of Philosophy