John Digiovanni

John Digiovanni serves as a Courtesy Professor in the Department of Pediatrics at Dell Medical School, The University of Texas at Austin, and holds the leadership position of Associate Director for Basic Research at the Livestrong Cancer Institutes. His dual roles bridge pediatric clinical medicine with fundamental cancer research, directly supporting the institution's mission of integrating discovery with patient care.

His research portfolio centers on pediatric oncology and cancer biology, with emphasis on laboratory-based investigations into disease mechanisms. This work drives the translational pipeline from basic science discoveries to clinical applications, particularly focused on improving diagnostic and therapeutic approaches for childhood cancers through molecular and cellular research.

As Associate Director for Basic Research, he oversees strategic development of the institute's foundational science initiatives, fostering collaborations between laboratory researchers and clinical teams to accelerate the diffusion of novel cancer treatments. His leadership shapes research priorities across the Livestrong Cancer Institutes' ecosystem of laboratories and shared facilities.