Stephen D Nimer

Stephen D. Nimer, M.D., is a Professor of Medicine, Biochemistry, and Molecular Biology at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine. He serves as Director of Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, Executive Dean for Research, and holds the Oscar de la Renta Endowed Chair in Cancer Research. His leadership roles include steering Sylvester to NCI designation and advancing cancer care in South Florida.

Education:

• MD, University of Chicago School of Medicine (1979)
• BS and MS in Biology, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (1975)
• Residencies in Internal Medicine and Medicine at UCLA (1982–1985)
• Postdoctoral Fellowship in Hematology/Oncology at UCLA (1986)

Research Interests: Focuses on transcriptional and epigenetic regulation of hematopoiesis, particularly in leukemia and myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS). Investigates genes like AML1-ETO and epigenetic enzymes (CARM1, PRMT5) to identify therapeutic targets. His lab explores hematopoietic stem cell self-renewal and differentiation aberrations.

Key Contributions:

• Over 300 scientific publications
• NIH-funded research spanning three decades
• Patents for leukemia treatments
• Leadership in organizations like the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society and MDS Foundation

Awards: Includes the E. Donnall Thomas Award, Florida Academy membership, and multiple leadership accolades. His work bridges clinical care, research, and policy advocacy.

Labs/Teams: Directs the Nimer Lab, focusing on epigenetic mechanisms in cancer. Collaborates with institutions globally to address health disparities and advance cancer therapies.