Dr. Seok Hyun Yun

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Biography

Seok-Hyun Andy Yun is a Professor in the Department of Dermatology at Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School. He obtained his PhD in Physics from the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology in 1997. His research interests focus on biomedical optics, where he explores innovative diagnostic imaging techniques and advanced optical microscopy. His work in photomedicine includes the development of photonic devices and micro- nano-lasers, which have significant implications for medical imaging and treatment. Professor Yun leads research projects at the Bio-Optics Lab and the Wellman Center for Photomedicine, contributing to advancements in the field.

Research Interests

Biomedical Optics Diagnostic Imaging Optical Microscopy Photomedicine Photonic Devices Micro- Nano-Lasers

Requirements for Harvard-MIT Health Sciences and Technology

Doctorate Program
Requirements
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in engineering or physical/quantitative science One year of Biology with lab (cellular/molecular focus) Two years of Chemistry with lab (Inorganic, Organic, Biochemistry) One year of Calculus-based Physics Upper-level Mathematics (Differential Equations or Linear Algebra)
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Statement of Objectives (800-1200 words)
  • Personal Statement (400-800 words)
  • Three to five letters of recommendation
  • Unofficial transcripts
  • Resume/CV
  • Application fee ($75-$105)
Specialization Notes

This entry covers the Medical Engineering and Medical Physics (MEMP) PhD, which serves as the primary doctoral path for HST students collaborating with engineering departments like Biomedical Engineering and EECS. GRE is not accepted.