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Mamoudou Maiga, MD, PhD, serves as an Associate Professor of Preventive Medicine (Cancer Epidemiology and Prevention) at Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine. He concurrently holds the position of Associate Director for the Center for Global Oncology within the Robert J. Havey, MD Institute for Global Health and maintains a secondary appointment in Biomedical Engineering. His expertise lies in the epidemiology of infection-associated cancers and the development of preventive strategies tailored for low- and middle-income countries (LMICs).
His academic credentials include:
- MD from the University of Bamako (2006)
- PhD jointly from the University of Bamako and Johns Hopkins University (2013)
- Postdoctoral Fellowship in Immunology at the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) (2016)
Dr. Maiga's research program focuses on infection-driven carcinogenesis, particularly the interplay between HIV, infectious agents, and cancer development in African populations. He employs molecular epidemiology to identify biomarkers and design culturally appropriate early detection tools. His work spans seven African nations over two decades, addressing critical gaps in cervical cancer, breast cancer, and microbiome-related oncology within resource-constrained settings. Key methodologies include microbiome analysis, epigenetic profiling, and implementation science for preventive interventions.
Recent publications (2025) demonstrate his dual commitment to global oncology and infectious disease research, with studies on HIV-microbiome interactions during antiretroviral therapy, DNA methylation biomarkers for cervical cancer in Nigerian women, hypertension management in Mali, and biobanking infrastructure development. These works collectively highlight transdisciplinary approaches to reducing cancer disparities through locally relevant solutions.
He is actively involved in several Northwestern research hubs including the Clinical and Translational Sciences Institute (NUCATS), the Lurie Comprehensive Cancer Center, and the Havey Institute for Global Health. As Translational Research Director for the Center for Innovation in Global Health Technologies (CIGHT), he drives initiatives to translate biomedical discoveries into practical health applications across LMICs.
While the profile does not list specific advisees or grant awards, Dr. Maiga's leadership roles and extensive collaborative network across Africa indicate significant mentorship activities and sustained research funding in global cancer prevention.
