Dr. Peggy Myung

Associate Professor

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Biography

Peggy Myung is an Associate Professor in the Department of Dermatology at Yale University. Her research focuses on hair follicle development and regeneration, with an emphasis on the dermal niche that regulates hair follicle cell fate decisions. Dr. Myung's work seeks to understand the complex epithelial-mesenchymal interactions that govern epithelial growth and differentiation, as well as the molecular mechanisms that can suppress abnormal growth, contributing to cancer development. Her laboratory explores how coordinated growth, spatial signaling, and stem cell behavior affect tissue homeostasis, particularly in the context of skin regeneration and tumorigenesis. Dr. Myung is dedicated to developing novel treatments for hair loss and non-melanoma skin cancer, highlighting her commitment to advancing dermatological science and clinical practice.

Research Interests

Requirements for Yale University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
GRE General
TOEFL
Listening
Required:25
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Speaking
Required:7.5
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Computer Science, or Mathematics
Application Checklist
  • Statement of academic purpose
  • Unofficial transcripts
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Application fee ($105)
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

Administered via the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences (GSAS). GRE General is optional for PhD.