Megan Ruhland

Megan Ruhland, Ph.D., is an Assistant Professor at Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) School of Medicine, holding primary appointments in the Department of Cell, Developmental and Cancer Biology and a secondary appointment in Dermatology. Her research focuses on re-educating immune cells to combat cancer, particularly through antigen-presenting cell interactions with T cells.

• Education:
  • B.S., 2009, Creighton University
  • Ph.D., 2015, Washington University in St. Louis

The Ruhland Lab investigates immune system dynamics in cancer progression and tissue homeostasis. Key areas include dendritic cell biology, tumor microenvironment interactions, and innate immunity modulation. Her work spans melanoma research, myeloid cell functions, and immunotherapeutic strategies.

Scientific contributions highlight trends in cancer immunology, tumor-immune crosstalk, and microenvironmental signaling. Publications demonstrate expertise in antigen presentation (2020), stromal cell senescence (2016), and MAPK pathway regulation (2011).

• Scientific Awards:
  • Cancer Research Institute, Irvington Postdoctoral Fellowship

Professional affiliations include membership in the American Association for Cancer Research and the Society for Immunotherapy of Cancer.