Dr. Oscar Abilez

Professor

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Biography

Oscar J. Abilez is a Senior Scientist in Pediatric Cardiac Surgery at Stanford University, recognized for his expertise in bioengineering and regenerative medicine. His research focuses on human pluripotent stem cell (hPSC) biology and its applications in cardiac development. He applies systems biology and developmental bioengineering techniques to investigate cellular differentiation and the engineering of vascularized tissues. Abilez's notable contributions include the development of advanced methodologies such as optogenetics and single-cell RNA sequencing for characterizing gene expression and cellular processes at high spatial and temporal resolution. He has a strong background in surgical residency and has held various academic and research positions at Stanford University, emphasizing a collaborative approach to address complex biomedical challenges. Abilez has received numerous awards, including the NIH NHLBI K01 Career Development Award and the Stanford Cardiovascular Institute Travel Award. With active involvement in committees and mentorship roles at national agencies, he is committed to advancing research in cardiovascular science while educating the next generation of scientists in the field.

Research Interests

Experience

Postdoctoral Scholar

2004-07-01 — 2007-09-30

Stanford University • Stanford, CA

Postdoctoral Scholar

2012-07-01 — 2013-03-31

Stanford University • Stanford, CA

Instructor

2013-04-01 — 2021-07-31

Stanford University • Stanford, CA

Consultant

2022-01-01 — Present

Rosebud Biosciences, Inc • San Francisco, CA

Consultant

2022-06-01 — Present

Cytohub, Inc • San Diego, CA

Co-Founder

2023-01-01 — Present

Bullseye Biotechnologies, Inc • Menlo Park, CA

Awards

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Stanford Cardiovascular Institute (CVI) Travel Award

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TERMIS Travel Award

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Stanford-Cornell Cardiovascular Research Symposium Award

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Andrew Olson Scientific Image Award

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UC San Diego Future Faculty of Cardiovascular Sciences (FOCUS) Summer Institute Scholar

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Stanford MCHRI Transdisciplinary Initiatives Program (TIP) Award (Co-I)

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Stanford-Penn Cardiovascular Meeting-1st Place Award

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NIH NHLBI K01 Career Development Award (PI)

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Siebel Scholar

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New York Stem Cell Foundation Meeting-1st Place Award

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Advanced Residency Program Stanford (ARTS)

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International Endovascular Fellows' Research Award, 1st Place

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Ethicon Endosurgery Fellowship

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Dean's Fellowship

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Franklyn Ellenbogen Prize Hematology/Oncology

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US-European Medical Education Exchange (US-EUMEE) Fellowship

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Max Kade Foundation Fellowship

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Pi Tau Sigma Engineering Honor Society

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.