Robert Judson-Torres

Robert Judson-Torres is an Associate Professor of Dermatology and Adjunct Assistant Professor of Oncological Sciences at the University of Utah, focusing on melanoma biology, transcriptional programs, and chemoprevention. His research integrates single-cell sequencing, digital holographic imaging, and CRISPR engineering to study melanocyte transformation and early cancer detection.

• Education: BA from Wesleyan University, PhD from University of California, San Francisco

His work explores the interplay between genetic mutations and environmental factors in melanoma initiation, with a particular interest in microRNA regulation, transcriptomics, and tumor cell adaptability. Recent studies highlight holographic imaging for cell classification, microRNA ratios as diagnostic tools, and targeted therapies for acral melanoma.

Publications span molecular mechanisms of BRAFV600E, epigenetic barriers in reprogramming, and translational approaches for early diagnosis. While no specific awards are listed, his lab's output reflects a strong emphasis on interdisciplinary cancer research. Mentoring students across all levels, he advocates for community engagement through scientific training.