Dr. Michael Longaker

Professor

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Biography

Michael T. Longaker is the Deane P. Louise Mitchell Professor at Stanford University’s School of Medicine, holding a courtesy professorship in Materials Science Engineering. His clinical focus specializes in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, particularly in pediatric applications. Longaker’s research primarily revolves around wound repair and fibrosis, with significant contributions to the understanding of fetal and post-natal wound healing mechanisms. Notably, his lab has discovered the roles of fibroblasts in wound healing and regeneration, contributing to the field with over 1400 publications and numerous federal grants. He has identified skeletal stem cells and their implications in treatments for fractures and diabetic conditions. An active member of various prestigious surgical associations, Longaker has received numerous accolades, including the Flance-Karl Award and the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Society of University Surgeons. Additionally, he has initiated venture-backed companies and has patents in biomedical technologies, highlighting his influence not only in academia but also in the commercialization of scientific innovations.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2004-01-01 — Present

Stanford University • Stanford, California

Holds a professorship in the Department of Surgery, with a focus on Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.

Awards

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Flance-Karl Award

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Lifetime Achievement Award

Patents

Various Patents in Biomedical Technologies

Over 100 issued and applied patents in the field of biomedical technologies.

Courses

BIOE 191 BIOE 392 STEMREM 299 SURG 299 BIOE 391 CBIO 399 STEMREM 399 SURG 399 STEMREM 370 SURG 370 SURG 208 STEMREM 199 SURG 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.