Samuel Yang, M.D.
- Assistant Professor
Education
UCLA School of Medicine (M.D., 1999)
Residency
Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, EM (2002)
Research Fellowship: Johns Hopkins School of Medicine (2004)
Dr. Yang’s primary research interest is focused on the development of novel diagnostic platforms based on emerging molecular/nanotechnologies for rapid, broad-based detection of infectious pathogens in the acute care settings. Specifically, he has been involved in advancing methods of nucleic acid amplification, nano-particle based biosensor devices, and mass-spectrometry technology with clinical applications in sepsis, meningitis, septic arthritis, pneumonia, STD, and influenza. Dr. Yang has extensive experience in both basic science and translational research. For the past 7 years, he has been involved in cross-disciplinary studies with both academic and industry partners. Dr. Yang has received multiple awards and holds several patents for his research endeavors and he is currently funded by the NIAID Clinician Scientist Career Development Award.
