Mary Rusckowski

Mary Rusckowski, PhD, is an Associate Professor in the Department of Radiology at UMass Chan Medical School and holds an additional appointment at the T.H. Chan School of Medicine. Her research focuses on developing novel radiopharmaceuticals and molecular imaging agents for cancer, infection, and other diseases.

Education:

• BA in Biology, Albertus Magnus College
• PhD in Biochemistry, Rutgers University

Research Interests:

Rusckowski's work integrates chemistry, biology, and imaging to create targeted diagnostic and therapeutic agents. Her major areas include:

• Design of radiolabeled antisense oligonucleotides for infection and cancer imaging
• Pretargeting strategies using morpholino oligomers and complementary chemistry
• Nanoparticle-based delivery systems for theranostics
• Development of novel chelators and radiolabeling techniques for technetium, indium, and lutetium isotopes

Publication Trends:

Her extensive publication record (1997–2024) reveals a consistent focus on advancing nuclear medicine and molecular imaging. Recent works emphasize infection-specific imaging agents, VEGF-targeted radiotherapy, and precision delivery systems for dermatological and neurological applications.

Labs and Collaborations:

While specific lab names are not provided, her co-authorship network includes prominent researchers such as Dale Greiner, John Harris, and Robert Brown, indicating active collaboration within UMass Chan and beyond.