Dr. Youngho Seo

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Biography

Youngho Seo is a Professor of Residence at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) in the Department of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging. He received his Ph.D. in Physics from the University of California, Los Angeles, in 2002, where his dissertation focused on a dark matter experiment using dual-phase xenon under the supervision of Professor David B. Cline. Dr. Seo has a comprehensive background in medical imaging physics, having trained at the UCSF Physics Research Laboratory since 2003 and joining the faculty in 2006. His primary research interests lie in the use of quantitative SPECT/CT, PET/CT, and PET/MR molecular imaging tools to advance various research areas, including small animal imaging and instrumentation development. He directs the preclinical PET/SPECT/CT/Optical imaging core facility at UCSF and has been involved in numerous collaborations to develop molecular imaging probes and analyze molecular pathways. Dr. Seo's work utilizes cutting-edge hardware and software development techniques, including energy-resolving detectors and model-based image reconstruction algorithms, to enhance diagnostic imaging for conditions such as prostate cancer and neuropsychiatric disorders. He has received multiple awards for his research and contributions to the field, highlighting his commitment to advancing medical physics and imaging.

Research Interests

Awards

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Mentored Quantitative Research Career Development Award

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Frost & Sullivan Technology Innovation Year Award

2010-01-01
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Distinguished Investigator Award

2016-01-01
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Alexander R. Margulis Award for Scientific Excellence

2019-01-01

Requirements for University of California, San Francisco

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) or equivalent from an accredited institution Background in biology, biochemistry, chemistry, physics, or related fields Research experience (e.g., summer project, lab internship, or technician position)
Application Checklist
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Specialization Notes

UCSF Biology refers to several interdisciplinary programs such as DSCB or Tetrad. GRE General test is typically optional.