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Kang Shen is a Professor of Biology and Pathology at Stanford University, where he has been a faculty member since 2003. His research is centered on understanding the connections and signaling pathways in the nervous system, primarily using the model organism C. elegans. He aims to unravel the molecular mechanisms that govern synaptic connectivity, specifically how specific types of neurons choose their synaptic partners. With a robust background in molecular cellular neuroscience, he holds both an MD from Tongji Medical University and a Ph.D. from Duke University. Professor Shen has received numerous awards for his contributions to neuroscience, including the Howard Hughes Investigator award and the Alfred Sloan Award. His lab is funded through various significant grants, including support from the National Institutes of Health and Howard Hughes Medical Institute. He teaches multiple courses in biology and medicine, reflecting his commitment to academic excellence and mentoring the next generation of scientists.
Stanford University • Stanford, CA
Professor in the Department of Biology and Pathology.
Stanford University • Stanford, CA
Associate Professor in the Department of Biology.
Stanford University • Stanford, CA
Assistant Professor in the Department of Biology.
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