Dr. Raymond Stevens

Professor

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Biography

Raymond C. Stevens has pioneered high throughput structural biology, elucidating protein structures critical for pharmaceutical drug development. His work has led to the development of therapeutic molecules that became breakthrough drugs in clinical trials for various conditions including influenza, rare childhood diseases, neuromuscular disorders, and diabetes. As a prolific scholar, he has authored over 300 peer-reviewed publications in the field of human cell signaling and holds several patents related to synthetic biology.

Research Interests

Experience

Founding Director

2014-07-01 — Present

Bridge Institute, University of Southern California • Los Angeles, CA

Overseeing research and development at the Bridge Institute, focusing on innovative healthcare solutions.

Professor

2014-07-01 — Present

University of Southern California • Los Angeles, CA

Instruction and mentorship within the Department of Chemistry.

Senior Principal Investigator

1993-09-01 — 2001-06-30

Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory • Berkeley, CA

Conducted pioneering research in cell signaling and drug development.

Awards

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American Academy of Arts and Sciences Fellow

2020-11-24
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Magnolia Gold Award

2019-09-01
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Highly Cited Researcher

2014-11-15

Requirements for University of Southern California

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
GRE General
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Math, or Hard Science
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Specialization Notes

GRE is NOT required for Master's applicants for 2025-2026.