We would like to congratulate and celebrate Dr. W. Martin Kast, Professor of Immunology & Immune Therapeutics, recipient of the USC Keck School of Medicine (KSOM) Dean’s Award for Excellence in Service. Dr. Kast was honored for his pioneering work in translational immunotherapy, which bridges discovery and clinical application to advance cancer treatment. His dedication to scientific innovation, mentorship, and service embodies the spirit of excellence that drives the KSOM community. Congratulations, Dr. Kast, on this well-deserved recognition!
This award recognizes excellence in the nominee’s service activities during the period of their association with the KSOM. The nominee must provide service that is consistent with the KSOM’s mission. Service activities should make demonstrable, substantial, and long-lasting contributions to the campus community, the community at large, and/or to the nominee’s discipline or profession.
