Professor Dr. Katherine Ferrara

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Katherine Whittaker Ferrara is a Professor of Radiology and the Division Chief of the Molecular Imaging Program at Stanford University. She is a recognized leader in the field of molecular imaging and drug delivery, having made significant contributions over her more than 20 years in both synthetic chemistry and imaging technology. Ferrara earned her Ph.D. in 1989 from the University of California, Davis, and has held various prestigious roles, including a previous appointment as an Associate Professor in the Department of Biomedical Engineering at the University of Virginia. Her laboratory is noted for its innovative approach to image-guided drug and gene delivery, utilizing advanced devices and molecularly-targeted imaging probes. Additionally, Ferrara has been honored as a fellow in multiple professional organizations and has received numerous awards, including the IEEE Rayleigh Award and the Gold Medal from the World Molecular Imaging Society. Her work emphasizes the intersection of engineering and biological applications, advancing the frontiers of molecular imaging.

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