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Leonard I. Zon, M.D., is a renowned clinician-scientist affiliated with Boston Children's Hospital, the Harvard Department of Stem Cell and Regenerative Biology, and Harvard Medical School, where he holds the Grousbeck Professor of Pediatric Medicine. His research bridges developmental biology and cancer genetics, focusing on hematopoietic stem cells and zebrafish models of human diseases.
Education:
- B.S. in Chemistry and Natural Sciences, Muhlenberg College
- M.D., Jefferson Medical College
Research Interests: Dr. Zon investigates the genetic and molecular mechanisms governing hematopoiesis and cancer development. His lab pioneers zebrafish models for diseases like leukemia, lymphoma, and Diamond-Blackfan anemia, employing chemical and genetic screens to identify novel genes and therapeutic suppressors. Key discoveries include the role of CDX4 in blood stem cell development and the use of zebrafish for melanoma and exosome research.
Scientific Awards & Leadership:
- Howard Hughes Medical Institute Investigator
- Grousbeck Professor of Pediatric Medicine
- President, International Society for Stem Cell Research
- President, American Society for Clinical Investigation
- Chairman, Harvard Stem Cell Institute Executive Committee
Labs & Collaborations: As Director of the Stem Cell Program at Boston Children's Hospital, Dr. Zon leads a team that developed hematopoietic cell transplantation in zebrafish and created transgenic models for cancer and iron overload disorders. His work spans collaborations with Harvard-affiliated hospitals and the Zebrafish Genome Institution.
