Dr. Mildred Cho

Professor

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Biography

Mildred Cho is a Professor (Research) in the Department of Pediatrics at Stanford University, specializing in biomedical ethics. With a PhD in Pharmacology from Stanford University, she has extensive experience in ethical and social issues related to genetic research, including gene therapy, synthetic biology, and the use of artificial intelligence in analyzing genomic medical data. She serves as the Associate Director of the Stanford Center for Biomedical Ethics and has been involved in various NIH research grants focused on integrating ethics into projects concerning machine learning and precision medicine. Cho has received numerous honors, including the Bernard Lo Award for mentorship from the Greenwall Foundation and serves on several advisory committees related to ethical oversight in genetic research. Her courses include GENE 295, MED 255, and various PEDS courses, reflecting her deep commitment to education in her field.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Director

— Present

Stanford Center for Biomedical Ethics • Stanford, California

Oversees activities and research related to biomedical ethics.

Courses

GENE 295 MED 255 PEDS 199 PEDS 280 PEDS 299 PEDS 370 PEDS 399

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.