Mildred Cho

Dr. Mildred Cho is a Professor in the Division of Medical Genetics within the Department of Pediatrics and the Division of Primary Care and Population Health at Stanford University. She also serves as the Associate Director of the Stanford Center for Biomedical Ethics and directs the Center for Integration of Research on Genetics and Ethics. Dr. Cho earned her B.S. in Biology from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in 1984 and her Ph.D. in Pharmacology from Stanford University in 1992. Her research primarily focuses on the ethical and social implications of genetic research, including applications in precision medicine, gene therapy, and synthetic biology. Recently, she has explored how data science, artificial intelligence, and mobile technologies can impact genomic and health data, emphasizing the importance of integrating ethical considerations into these advancements. Dr. Cho is a member of the National Institutes of Health's Novel and Exceptional Technology and Research Advisory Committee, reflecting her commitment to shaping responsible practices in biomedical research. Through her extensive work, she significantly contributes to understanding the intersection of genetics, ethics, and technology in healthcare.