Dr. Junhyong Kim

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Junhyong Kim is a researcher in the field of Evolutionary Molecular Biology and Cell Biology at the University of Pennsylvania. His work centers on bio-generative processes that elucidate the temporal control and architecture of evolutionary processes in living systems, including proteins, cells, and whole organisms. Kim has engaged in numerous collaborative projects that focus on genomics, cell differentiation, and the diversity of cellular processes. His lab collaborates closely with others in neuroscience to design and execute experiments, as well as analyze data collaboratively. His research leverages various computational biology techniques, including statistical learning, dynamical systems, and molecular biology methods. Current research themes involve the molecular control of neurons, functional prediction of genetic sequence elements related to synaptic transmission, and the development of novel technologies for functional genomics. His contributions also extend to software engineering for bioinformatics platforms that analyze whole-genome expression profiling.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Pennsylvania

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.6
GRE General
Verbal
Required:162
Quantitative
Required:162
Overall
Required:162
GMAT
Total Score
Required:728
Overall
Required:728
TOEFL
Total
Required:115
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or equivalent Strong quantitative background
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