Dr. Kevin Cheung

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Kevin Cheung is a researcher focused on the intercellular signaling mechanisms and the collective cell invasion dynamics in cancer biology. His work addresses the cellular and molecular basis of tumor cell cluster metastasis, challenging conventional ideas that metastases arise from single tumor cells. Cheung's research highlights the importance of collective strategies by which tumor cells effectively spread to distant organs, supported by recent clinical studies and experimental evidence. He is particularly interested in how cell specialization and cooperation within tumor clusters affect early detection, prognosis, and therapy for cancer. Cheung is involved with several programs and initiatives, including the NIH/NCI R37 DoD Era Hope Scholar Award and the Burroughs Wellcome Fund Career Award, underpinning his commitment to advancing cancer research and therapeutic strategies. His laboratory is dedicated to exploring these unique biological questions that emerge from the clustered state of tumor cells.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Member

— Present

Fred Hutch • Seattle, WA

Researcher in cancer biology focusing on metastasis and cellular signaling.

Awards

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Helen B. Taussig Award

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V Foundation Scholar

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Young Physician-Scientist Award

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R. Bensley Award in Cell Biology

Requirements for University of Washington

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:105
Overall
Required:105
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university
Application Checklist
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  • English proficiency scores (for international students)
Specialization Notes

Standard Graduate School requirements for University of Washington apply to most departments listed unless specified otherwise by the program.