Dr. Rogelio Hernández López

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Rogelio Hernández-López is an Assistant Professor at Stanford University, specializing in Bioengineering and Genetics. His research focuses on cell engineering and the application of synthetic biological systems to address pressing challenges in human health, energy, and the environment. Dr. Hernández-López is particularly interested in engineering T cells to enhance their efficacy in cancer therapies, especially in targeting solid tumors. His work combines mechanistic cell biology with synthetic biology principles to develop innovative therapeutic strategies. Currently, he is exploring ways to improve T cell discrimination between cancerous and non-cancerous cells using advanced molecular recognition techniques. His lab aims to dissect the complexities of tumor microenvironments to optimize immune cell responses and design systems that can proffer effective treatments against a variety of solid tumors. Hernández-López has held postdoctoral positions at prestigious institutions and has received numerous awards recognizing his contributions to the field of biomedical research. His continued commitment to mentoring future scientists is evident in his guidance of doctoral candidates and participation in research fellowship programs.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

2022-01-01 — Present

Stanford University • Stanford, CA

Teaching and conducting research in Bioengineering and Genetics.

Awards

#2024

Trailblazer list: Chemist Latin American roots

2024-01-01
#2024

Baxter Faculty Scholar Award

2024-01-01
#2024

Pew Biomedical Scholar

2024-01-01
#2022

Chan-Zuckerberg Biohub Investigator

2022-01-01
#2022

Reid Polly Anderson Faculty Fellow

2022-01-01
#2022

V Scholar

2022-01-01
#2021

Career Award Scientific Interface

2021-01-01

Courses

BIOE 44 BIO 246 BIOE 266 GENE 246 BIOE 191 BIOE 392 BIOE 391 CBIO 399 IMMUNOL 399 BIOE 370 BIO 300X

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.