Dr. Otto Yang

Professor

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Biography

Dr. Otto O. Yang is a Professor at UCLA Health Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center with significant expertise in the field of cellular immunology, particularly relevant to HIV pathogenesis and cancer research. He has published influential work on chimeric antigen receptors since 1998 and continues to explore CAR research. Additionally, Dr. Yang is interested in the development of bi-specific T cell engager antibodies as therapeutics. His recent research focuses on designing immunotherapy strategies for HPV-associated cancers, contributing to the advancement of treatments in this critical area.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

— Present

UCLA Health Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center • Los Angeles, CA

Engaged in research and teaching in the areas of immunology and cancer therapy.

Requirements for University of California Los Angeles

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
Verbal
Required:160
Quantitative
Required:160
Analytical Writing
Required:5
Overall
Required:5
TOEFL
Total
Required:87
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree Strong background in Economics and Mathematics
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Transcripts
  • 3 Letters of Recommendation
  • GRE General Test scores
Specialization Notes

Department of Economics admits primarily for the PhD program.