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Joshua Schiffman is a Professor of Pediatric Hematology and Oncology and Adjunct Professor of Oncological Sciences at the University of Utah. He holds the inaugural Edward B. Clark, MD Endowed Chair in Pediatric Research and serves as Medical Director for the High-Risk Pediatric Cancer Clinic and Education Director for the Program in Personalized Health.
Education:
- B.S., Brown University
- M.D., Brown University School of Medicine
Research Focus: Dr. Schiffman's work spans hereditary cancer syndromes, comparative oncology, and translational genomics. His lab investigates pediatric cancer risk through genomic analysis and cross-species comparisons, leveraging insights from species like elephants to develop novel cancer therapies.
Scientific Trends: Recent publications highlight his expertise in TP53 mutation studies, comparative oncology (e.g., elephant genomics), chemotherapy resistance mechanisms, and genetic predisposition to pediatric cancers.
Awards:
- Inaugural Edward B. Clark, MD Endowed Chair in Pediatric Research
Labs & Collaborations: The Schiffman Lab collaborates with epidemiologists, molecular biologists, and international consortia to advance cancer research through genomics and evolutionary biology.
