Dr. Stanley Cohen

Professor

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Biography

Stanley N. Cohen is the Kwoh-Ting Li Professor in the School of Medicine at Stanford University, specializing in Genetics and Medicine. After earning his M.D. from the University of Pennsylvania in 1960, he joined Stanford's faculty in 1968 and began investigating genetic mechanisms underlying antibiotic resistance in bacteria. Cohen, along with Herbert Boyer, developed recombinant DNA technology, which has become a cornerstone of biotechnology. His work led to foundational insights into gene function and the production of therapeutics. Over the decades, his lab has mentored approximately 200 young scientists and contributed to advancements in artificial intelligence in medicine, RNA decay, and microvesicle studies. Cohen's numerous accolades include the Albert Lasker Basic Medical Research Award and the National Medal of Science. He is recognized for his pivotal role in numerous patents that have influenced genetic research and biotechnology.

Research Interests

Experience

Kwoh-Ting Li Professor

1993-01-01 — Present

Stanford University • Stanford, CA

Endowed professorship focusing on genetics and molecular biology.

Chair

1978-01-01 — 1986-01-01

Department of Genetics, Stanford University • Stanford, CA

Oversaw department activities and curriculum.

Professor

1975-01-01 — Present

School of Medicine, Stanford University • Stanford, CA

Conducted advanced research in genetics and molecular biology.

Awards

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Albert Lasker Basic Medical Research Award

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National Medal of Science

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Wolf Prize in Medicine

Courses

BMDS 295 BMDS 299 CBIO 299 GENE 299 CBIO 399 GENE 399 BMDS 370 GENE 370 GENE 260 CBIO 260 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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  • Three letters of recommendation
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Specialization Notes

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