Alan M. Krensky
Alan M. Krensky (pronounced: AL-an M. KREN-skee) is an esteemed American physician and scientist known for his significant contributions to the field of pediatric nephrology and immunology.
Etymology
The name Alan is of Old German origin, meaning "precious" while Krensky is of Slavic origin. The middle initial "M" stands for Melvin.
Career
Krensky began his career in medicine after graduating from Stanford University with a degree in Biology. He then pursued his medical degree from the University of Chicago's Pritzker School of Medicine. He completed his residency in Pediatrics at the Boston Children's Hospital and later specialized in Pediatric Nephrology.
Krensky has made significant contributions to the understanding of T lymphocyte function and transplantation immunology. His research has led to the development of therapeutic agents used in organ transplantation and autoimmune diseases.
Positions
Krensky served as the Vice Dean for Stanford University School of Medicine and is the founding Director of the Stanford Institute for Stem Cell Biology and Regenerative Medicine. He is also a member of the National Academy of Medicine.
Awards
Krensky has received numerous awards for his work, including the American Society of Nephrology's John P. Peters Award.
Related Terms
- Pediatric Nephrology
- Immunology
- T lymphocyte
- Transplantation Immunology
- Stem Cell Biology
- Regenerative Medicine
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Alan M. Krensky
- Wikipedia's article - Alan M. Krensky
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