Dr. Summer Han

Professor

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Biography

Summer Han is a faculty member at the Stanford University School of Medicine, serving in the Quantitative Sciences Unit within the Biomedical Informatics Research Division and the Department of Neurosurgery. Her research focuses on developing and applying novel statistical methods to understand genetic and environmental factors contributing to complex diseases, particularly cancer. Dr. Han’s work emphasizes the importance of personalized cancer screening strategies that integrate genetic, environmental, and clinical risk factors to enhance early detection and treatment efficacy. She leads multiple initiatives aimed at improving lung cancer outcomes through innovative risk prediction models and community-based research databases.

Research Interests

Experience

Principal Investigator

2020-01-01 — Present

Han Lab • Stanford, CA

Lead a research team focused on statistical methods and cancer epidemiology.

Postdoctoral Researcher

2015-01-01 — 2019-12-31

Stanford University • Stanford, CA

Conduct research on cancer screening methods and statistical modeling.

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
Application Checklist
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Official transcripts
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

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