B.J. Kim

B.J. Kim, Ph.D., is an Assistant Professor at the University of Texas at Austin in the Department of Molecular Pharmaceutics and Drug Delivery. She leads the Kim Lab (a.k.a. Kimmunity), focusing on cutting-edge RNA-based therapeutics and immunoengineering tools for cancer, vaccines, and drug delivery.

Her research integrates materials science, immunology, and bioengineering to address challenges in clinical translation. Key areas include RNA delivery systems, biological barriers, and high-throughput screening technologies.

Scientific Awards:

• Peter Karches Mentorship Prize from MIT
• Rising Star from Duke DEFINE
• Convergence Scholar at MIT
• Gordon Scholar at UCSD

Contact: bj.kim@austin.utexas.edu | Kim Lab | Phone: 512-232-4000 | Campus: BME 6.202D