Robert M. Prins

Robert M. Prins is a tumor immunologist and Professor at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA. He holds dual appointments in the departments of Neurosurgery and Molecular and Medical Pharmacology. He directs the Brain Tumor Immunotherapy Research Lab at UCLA.

Education:

• B.S. in Kinesiology - University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)
• M.S. in Physiological Science - University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)
• Ph.D. in Anatomy and Immunology - Medical College of Virginia/Virginia Commonwealth University
• Postdoctoral fellowships in tumor immunology - Cedars-Sinai Neurosurgical Institute and UCLA Division of Neurosurgery

Research Focus: Dr. Prins is a leading expert in tumor immunology and brain tumor immunotherapy. His work bridges neuro-oncology and cancer immunology, focusing on the immune system's role in treating brain tumors. His lab explores innovative immunotherapeutic approaches to combat gliomas and other central nervous system malignancies, integrating cutting-edge molecular and cellular techniques.

His research integrates neuro-immunology with translational medicine, aiming to develop novel therapies that harness the immune system to target brain tumors. The lab's work spans from basic science investigations into immune cell interactions with brain tumor cells to preclinical models and potential clinical applications.

Lab and Mentorship: Dr. Prins directs the Brain Tumor Immunotherapy Research Lab at UCLA, where he oversees the training of graduate students, medical students, residents, and hematology/oncology fellows. The lab fosters interdisciplinary collaboration and provides comprehensive training in tumor immunology and neuro-oncology research.