Kent's goal is to bring together investigators from both UCSF and outside organizations to collaborate on innovative research programs in an effort to further the mission of UCSF – “advancing health worldwide”.
Kent enjoys the challenge of finding common ground amongst different parties and their respective interests so that life-changing research can be conducted at UCSF. He draws upon his experience working in law firms, biotech and his management role in a software company to assist him in doing so.