Dr. Kit Lam

Professor

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Biography

Kit S. Lam is a distinguished professor at the University of California, Davis, specializing in combinatorial chemistry, chemical biology, and medical oncology. His laboratory is dedicated to the development and application of combinatorial library methods for basic research and drug discovery, with particular focus on cancer drug development and molecular imaging. Lam's pioneering contributions include the invention of the 'one-bead-one-compound' (OBOC) method, which has revolutionized the screening of bioactive compounds. He has published extensively in leading journals and his innovative research has led to significant advancements in the diagnosis and treatment of various cancers, particularly through the development of novel imaging agents and targeted drug delivery systems. In addition to his academic commitments, Lam is actively involved in collaborations that translate nanotherapeutic innovations for veterinary applications. He holds a wealth of awards recognizing his exceptional contributions to the field of biomedical research.

Research Interests

Experience

Distinguished Professor

2000-01-01 — Present

University of California, Davis • Davis, CA

Teaching, mentoring students, conducting research, and leading the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Medicine.

Awards

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Sue Jane Leung Presidential Chair Cancer Research

2018-01-01
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Hibbard Williams Award (UC Davis)

2013-01-01
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American Peptide Society’s Vincent du Vigneaud Award

2013-01-01
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Harold Albin Johnson Endowed Chair

2010-01-01
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Fellow of the American College of Physicians

2008-01-01
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Society of Combinatorial Sciences Award

2007-01-01
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UC Davis Dean’s Award for Excellence in Mentoring

2006-01-01
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UC Davis School of Medicine Research Award

2006-01-01
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Cathay Award (Chinese Peptide Symposium)

1998-01-01
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Stohlman Scholar (Leukemia Society of America)

1997-01-01
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Leukemia Scholar (Leukemia Society of America)

1992-01-01
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Leukemia Special Fellow (Leukemia Society of America)

1989-01-01

Courses

Molecular Cell Biology Cell Biology Metabolism Molecular Medicine Human Genetics Seminar

Requirements for University of California, Davis

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field ECS 120 (Theory of Computation) ECS 122A (Algorithm Design and Analysis) ECS 140A (Programming Languages) or ECS 160 (Software Engineering) ECS 150 (Operating Systems) or ECS 154B (Computer Architecture)
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Application fee
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Transcripts
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Personal History Statement
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

Department of Computer Science. GRE is NOT required.