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Seung K. Kim is a Professor of Developmental Biology at Stanford University and also holds courtesy appointments in Medicine (Endocrinology) and Pediatrics (Endocrinology). He is the director of the Stanford Diabetes Research Center and a co-director of the Center of Excellence at JDRF Northern California. His research is focused on understanding organ development and functional restoration of diseased organs, particularly in relation to pancreatic islets and diabetes mellitus. He utilizes a variety of experimental systems, including genetic and developmental approaches, to investigate the cellular and molecular mechanisms involved in pancreatic development and function. His work aims to address critical questions regarding the generation of insulin-producing cells for diabetes treatment and the immune challenges associated with islet transplantation. Over the years, Kim has received several prestigious awards, including the JDRF Innovation Award and the Ho-Am Prize in Medicine, acknowledging his significant contributions to the field of diabetes research.
Stanford University • Stanford, California
Professor of Developmental Biology and courtesy appointments in Medicine (Endocrinology) and Pediatrics.
Stanford Diabetes Research Center • Stanford, California
Leads research efforts on diabetes and related metabolic disorders.
Center of Excellence, JDRF Northern California • Stanford, California
Collaborative research initiative focused on diabetes research.
The Computer Science department emphasizes research potential. GRE General is currently optional but recommended for some tracks.