Dr. Jungseog Kang

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Jungseog Kang is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biology at NYU Shanghai. He received his PhD in Molecular Genetics and Microbiology from the University of Texas at Austin, where he studied the regulatory mechanisms of the essential mitotic kinase, Aurora B, in yeast. Following his doctoral studies, he pursued postdoctoral training focusing on the chromosome segregation process in human cells, specifically uncovering the differential regulation mechanisms of mitotic kinases during mitosis. Since joining NYU Shanghai, he has published several impactful papers in the field of chromosome segregation and cancer drug screening, secured grants from the National Natural Science Foundation of China (NSFC), and presented his work at various international conferences. He is dedicated to undergraduate education, particularly in enhancing the learning experience in both classroom and laboratory settings.

Research Interests

Chromosome Segregation Spindle Assembly Checkpoint Regulation in Mitosis Aneuploidy and Its Tolerance in Tumors Genetic Heterogeneity of Tumors and Its Consequences in Drug Response Targeting Aneuploidy for Tumor Chemotherapy

Courses

Cell Biology: Body's Battle Cancer Foundations Biology II Molecular Cellular Biology

Requirements for New York University Shanghai

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
GRE Subject
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree with a major in mathematics or equivalent Three semesters of college-level calculus (including multivariable) One semester of linear algebra
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts from all institutions attended
  • Three letters of recommendation (preferably from mathematicians)
  • Statement of Academic Purpose
  • GRE Mathematics Subject Test score
  • TOEFL or IELTS scores (for non-native speakers)
Specialization Notes

The Ph.D. program in Mathematics offers research opportunities specifically at NYU Shanghai.