David Sullivan

David Sullivan is a Research Assistant Professor in the Department of Pathology at Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine, specializing in leukocyte-endothelial interactions during diapedesis. His work develops advanced imaging techniques to study immune cell migration in inflammatory diseases, stroke, and cancer metastasis.

His academic background includes:

• BS in Biochemistry from Indiana University (2002)
• PhD from Weill Medical College of Cornell University (2008)
• Postdoctoral training in Vascular Biology at Northwestern University (2014)

Sullivan's research bridges immunology and vascular biology through innovative in vivo imaging, with significant contributions to understanding leukocyte trafficking in brain, gut, and vasculature. His methodology enables real-time tracking of immune cells and pathogens, revealing molecular mechanisms in inflammation and tissue invasion. Current work explores computational modeling of tumor-immune interactions and necrosis-driven glioma progression.

His publication trends demonstrate interdisciplinary integration of computational biology with traditional immunology, particularly in cancer metastasis and stroke models. Recent work emphasizes quantitative analysis of cell clustering and necrotic processes using advanced imaging.

Key recognitions include:

• IVBM Junior Faculty Scholar Award (2022)
• Young Scientist Leadership Award (2015)
• Experimental Pathologist in Training Award (2014)
• NRSA Fellowship from NIH (2009)

Sullivan actively mentors through Northwestern's Science in Society program and CHIentist, while serving on ASIP's VAMP Scientific Interest Group. His NIH-funded research focuses on molecular targets for inflammatory disease treatment. He maintains strong institutional ties through the Center for Human Immunobiology and NUCATS.

He collaborates extensively within Northwestern's research ecosystem, particularly with vascular biology and neuroscience teams at the Feinberg School of Medicine.