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Konstantina M. Stankovic is the Bertarelli Foundation Professor and Chair of the Department of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery at Stanford University. Stankovic is a trained ear skull base surgeon and auditory neuroscientist, having studied physics, molecular biology, and systems electrophysiology. She directs the Stanford Medicine Molecular Neurotology Laboratory, focusing on conditions of the inner ear and developing innovative approaches to overcome the challenges associated with its complex structure. Her research has been published in prestigious journals such as the New England Journal of Medicine and Nature Biotechnology, covering topics from gene therapy to advancements in cochlear implantation. Stankovic's multidisciplinary expertise has led to collaborations with international leaders in technology development, enhancing her research in ultra-low-power electronics and nonlinear optics for applications in hearing restoration. Elected to the National Academy of Medicine, she has received numerous recognitions for her contributions to clinical care and research. Stankovic actively engages in teaching and mentoring at Stanford, striving to improve diagnostics and therapies for hearing loss, a condition affecting a significant portion of the global population.
Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery • Palo Alto, CA
Responsible for overseeing the medical and educational activities of the department, leading research initiatives and clinical programs.
Stanford Medicine • Palo Alto, CA
Teaches and mentors students and residents, conducts research in auditory neuroscience and technology development.
The Computer Science department emphasizes research potential. GRE General is currently optional but recommended for some tracks.