Dr. Laura Dassama

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Laura Dassama is an academic specializing in chemical biology, utilizing principles of chemistry and physics to comprehend intricate biological phenomena. Her research group is primarily dedicated to understanding the factors that drive interactions among biological molecules, aiming to provide insights that facilitate functional control of these molecules. Key projects in her research involve discovering the drivers behind biomolecular interactions and leveraging this information to modulate proteins relevant to diseases. Through innovative methodologies and collaborative efforts, she intends to decode complex biological systems to unlock new therapeutic possibilities.

Research Interests

Awards

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MAC3 Impact Philanthropies Faculty Fellow

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Terman Faculty Fellowship

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David Huntington Dean's Faculty Scholar

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Trailblazer

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Hellman Faculty Scholar

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Alumni Achievement Award

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Gabilan Junior Faculty Fellowship

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Postdoctoral Enrichment Program Grant

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Ruth L. Kirschstein National Research Service Award

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Alumni Association Dissertation

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Carl Storm Underrepresented Minority Fellowship

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Minority Ph.D. Scholar

Courses

CHEM 141 CHEM 190 CHEM 90 MI 399 BIO 199X CHEM 200 CHEM 301 CHEM 184 BIO 218 CHEM 287

Requirements for Stanford University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:26
Reading
Required:26
Writing
Required:26
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:100
GRE General
Verbal
Required:160
Quantitative
Required:165
Analytical Writing
Required:4.5
Overall
Required:4.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree from an accredited institution Strong background in mathematics and programming
Application Checklist
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Official transcripts
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

The Computer Science department emphasizes research potential. GRE General is currently optional but recommended for some tracks.