Dr. Maya Kasowski

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Maya M. Kasowski is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Pathology at Stanford University, with a courtesy appointment in the Department of Genetics. She completed her MD-PhD training at Yale University and underwent residency training in Pathology at Stanford University, which she completed in 2019. Dr. Kasowski is a clinical pathologist and genome scientist, dedicated to applying cutting-edge technologies to primary patient specimens to characterize disease pathologies at the molecular level. Her research focuses on understanding the mechanisms through which genetic variants influence disease risk and their effects on intermediate molecular phenotypes. The lab led by Dr. Kasowski emphasizes the integration of advanced genomic techniques to improve clinical outcomes and deepen the understanding of complex diseases.

Research Interests

Courses

BIOC 215 DBIO 215 GENE 215 GENE 399 PATH 399 BIOE 191X GENE 260 GENE 199

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.