Dr. Ronald Davis

Professor

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Biography

Ronald W. Davis is a Professor in the Department of Biochemistry at Stanford University, and a member of the Stanford Genome Technology Center. He has made significant contributions to the fields of genetics and biochemistry, particularly in whole genome analysis and the study of Saccharomyces cerevisiae. His research focuses on yeast genome sequencing, gene manipulation, and the development of innovative technologies for analyzing complex genetic traits. Davis is a recipient of numerous prestigious awards, including the National Academy of Sciences membership in 1983 and the Gruber Genetics Prize in 2011. His work has advanced the understanding of genetic traits and their contributions to various biological processes. He also conducts large clinical studies aimed at establishing standards in clinical genomics. As an educator, he teaches a variety of courses related to biochemistry and genetics, advising graduate students in their research pursuits.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

1980-06-15 — Present

Stanford University • Palo Alto, CA

Professor of Biochemistry at Stanford University, involved in cutting-edge research and teaching.

Awards

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EMBO, European Lectureship

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Lifetime Achievement Award

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Gruber Genetics Prize

Courses

BMDS 295 BIOE 392 BMDS 299 BIOC 299 GENE 299 BIOE 391 GENE 399 IMMUNOL 399 BIOC 399 BIOC 370 BMDS 370 GENE 370 GENE 260 BIOC 221 BIOC 199 GENE 199

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
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Specialization Notes

The Computer Science department emphasizes research potential. GRE General is currently optional but recommended for some tracks.