Stanford Immunology Alumni

Alumni Describe Their Professional Journeys & Importance of Giving Back

As the Immunology alumni came to campus to celebrate the 30th anniversary of their graduate program, they also came to give back to current trainees -- of their time, advice and resources. In two well-attended alumni career panels, one for academic careers and the other for industry and other careers, alumni described life after Stanford.

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ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT

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    Gita Abhiraman, 2025

    When Gita Abhiraman was a child, an early form of immunotherapy saved her mother’s life. She has dedicated her career to finding innovative treatments that could help others.

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    Kenneth Gibbs, Jr., 2010

    Kenneth Gibbs, Jr., is using his graduate degree in immunology to improve graduate education nationally — he shares more in this Q&A.

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    Devavani Chatterjea, 2001

    Devavani Chatterjea builds networks and professional collaborations to advance her career.

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Jessica Linderman, 2010

Jessica Linderman talks about the valuable resources in becoming an academic researcher.

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Amber Moore, 2022

A reproductive immunologist follows her curiosity.

LATEST ARTICLES

Looking to the future of graduate biomedical education, featuring alumnus Kenneth Gibbs, Jr., PhD '10 - September 14, 2018


The big data revolution has transformed the landscape of immunology research. As inaugural students of Stanford’s new Computational and Systems Immunology PhD track, we share our experiences and advice with other institutions considering a similar program. Trends in Immunology, Good et al, 2019. Read more here.

 

ALUMNI DIRECTORY

Looking for a friend or a fellow alum? Click here for a list of nearly 200 Stanford Immunology Alumni by year of graduation.

Alumni can contact toryen@stanford.edu to update their information.

GET INVOLVED

Enhance the education experience of graduate students and postdocs by sharing your experience and perspective. Provide career advice in your field whether clinical, academic, or private sector. Opportunities range from a single event to ongoing participation, including:

  • One-on-One mentoring
  • Attend reunions and events 
  • Speaking at seminars and retreats
  • Host small student lunches and dinners
  • Provide job shadowing opportunities
  • Offer internships


Contact lhansen@stanford.edu or omm@standford.edu for more information.

MAKE A GIFT

Help shape the future of the Stanford Immunology and university research by making a tax-deductible donation.

Make checks payable to Stanford University, and include a letter stating "The donation is a gift to be designated for Stanford Immunology Program."

Send checks to: 
Development Services
PO Box 20466
Stanford, CA 94309

You can also make a gift online here and indicate Stanford Immunology Program under Special Instructions/Other Designation.

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