Samuel C. Mok

Samuel C. Mok, Ph.D., is a Professor in the Department of Gynecologic Oncology and Reproductive Medicine within the Division of Surgery at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. His primary research focuses on understanding the tumor microenvironment's role in epithelial ovarian cancer pathogenesis, particularly mechanisms of stromal-epithelial interactions in the omental tumor microenvironment. His lab employs advanced techniques like RNAseq, transcriptomic profiling, and systems biology to study non-coding RNAs, exosomes, and extracellular matrix rigidity effects on cancer progression.

Key research areas include identifying diagnostic/prognostic markers for ovarian cancer through multi-omics approaches (transcriptomic, lipidomic, metabolomic) and characterizing therapeutic targets. Ongoing projects involve analyzing cancer-associated adipocytes, fibroblasts, and immune cell interactions with malignant cells.

No specific awards or grants are detailed in the provided text, though his CV indicates active research support. Advising information and specific lab/team details are not explicitly listed. The CV was last updated January 11, 2024.