Dr. Minkui Luo

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Biography

Minkui Luo is a chemical biologist at the Sloan Kettering Institute whose research focuses on developing novel approaches to interface chemistry and biology to annotate the functional roles of epigenetic modulators. His lab challenges the dysregulation of epigenetic processes associated with diseases like cancer. His team designs and synthesizes inhibitors targeting specific epigenetic pathways by creating distinct chemical tools. The Luo Lab emphasizes the development of unprecedented chemical reagents that advance biological discovery and elucidate disease-causing mechanisms at the molecular level. The collaborative nature of the lab fosters innovation in cancer treatment, diversifying the understanding of protein modifications that influence cellular fate patterns.

Research Interests

Awards

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Maximizing Investigators’ Research Award (R35)

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Eli Lilly Award Biological Chemistry

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Clinical & Translational Science Center Novel Award

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Basil O'Connor Starter Scholar

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Director’s New Innovator Award

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Alfred W. Bressler Scholar

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V Scholar Award

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Outstanding Postdoctoral Research Prize

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Presentation Award

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Rohm & Haas Fellowship

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Du Pont Fellowship

Requirements for Sloan Kettering Institute

Doctorate Program
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Prerequisites
Baccalaureate degree Strong background in the natural sciences and/or health sciences
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Letters of recommendation
  • Statement of interest
Specialization Notes

The program is hosted by the Weill Cornell Graduate School of Medical Sciences in partnership with the Sloan Kettering Institute. GRE scores are optional.