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Theo Roth, MD, PhD, is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Pathology at Stanford University and holds the position of Innovation Investigator at the Arc Institute. He completed his undergraduate degree in Biology with Honors at Stanford University and a coterminal Master's degree in Biomedical Informatics. Roth trained at the University of California, San Francisco, where he received his MD and PhD as part of the Medical Scientist Training Program. His PhD research focused on non-viral genome targeting and large-scale genetic engineering of various primary human immune cell types. He co-founded ArsenalBio, where he served as Chief Scientific Officer, before returning to UCSF to complete his MD. His current research involves the development and application of scalable genetic manipulation technologies for primary human cells, aiming to understand the biology and therapeutic potential of synthetic cell states. Roth is recognized for his significant contributions to the field, evidenced by multiple prestigious awards, including the NIH Director’s New Innovator Award and career awards from the Burroughs Wellcome Fund.
Stanford University • Stanford, CA
Teaching and conducting research in the Department of Pathology.
ArsenalBio •
Oversaw scientific operations and research direction.
The Computer Science department emphasizes research potential. GRE General is currently optional but recommended for some tracks.