Dr. Roy Herbst

Professor

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Biography

Roy S. Herbst is a nationally recognized expert in lung cancer treatment research, focusing on developmental therapeutics and personalized therapy for non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). He has pioneered personalized medicine and immunotherapy and has led clinical trials testing novel targeted treatments, thereby revolutionizing the field and significantly enhancing patient survival. His work has led to the approval of therapies such as gefitinib, cetuximab, and pembrolizumab. Dr. Herbst also serves as a principal investigator for various trials and has been actively involved in public-private partnerships aimed at advancing clinical research. He has authored over 450 publications and has received numerous awards for his contributions to cancer research, including the 2016 Paul Bunn Jr. Scientific Award and the 2022 Giants of Cancer Care Award. His leadership in the field is widely recognized, and he has served on several prominent cancer policy committees. Dr. Herbst has spent decades committed to bringing novel therapies to patients and enhancing cancer care through his clinical and research efforts.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2010-01-01 — Present

Yale University • New Haven, CT

Chief Section of Thoracic Medical Oncology

2000-01-01 — 2009-12-31

University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Houston, TX

Awards

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Paul Bunn Jr. Scientific Award

2016-01-01
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Giants of Cancer Care® Award

2022-05-11
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AACR Distinguished Public Service Award

2020-06-24

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.