John F. Marshall

Professor John F. Marshall (BSc, MPhil, PhD) is a leading researcher in tumour biology with expertise in cell adhesion mechanisms and cancer progression. As a group leader and research theme lead, he focuses on integrin-mediated tumour invasion and metastasis.

• Specializes in αvβ6 integrin functions in cancer
• Active in breast and pancreatic cancer research
• Develops CAR-T cell immunotherapies for solid tumours

His research explores how integrins regulate interactions between cancer cells and the extracellular matrix, with applications in therapeutic development and biomarker identification. Publications and major grants highlight his work in targeted cancer therapies and molecular imaging. Current research includes:

• Integrin-targeted immunotherapies
• Mechanisms of cancer cell migration
• Molecular imaging for tumour visualization