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Lurie Cancer Center Members

Membership in the Lurie Cancer Center is based on the investigator's cancer research focus and scholarly activity. A program assignment recommendation is made by the Executive Committee with final approval issued by the cancer center's director. Full members are assigned to a program in the Basic Science Research Division, the Clinical Science Research Division or the Cancer Prevention & Control Research Division. All members are welcome and encouraged to participate in any educational activities initiated by the Lurie Cancer Center.

Hauser, Alan

Hauser, Alan

Professor

Bio

Our laboratory investigates the pathogenesis of the multidrug resistant gram-negative bacteria Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Acinetobacter baumannii, and Klebsiella pneumonia. We focus on virulence factors ... [more]

He, Yuan

He, Yuan

Professor

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My research program focuses on the molecular mechanisms by which large, multi-subunit complexes engage in DNA-centric processes. We are currently focusing on two major topics: (1) how g... [more]

Heimberger, Amy

Bio

I am a physician-scientist and a board-certified Neurosurgeon with extensive training and experience in the field of immunology. My laboratory is focused on elucidating the mechanisms of tumor-mediate... [more]

Heinemann, Allen

Bio

Health services research program with a focus on outcomes measurement. I am an internationally-recognized expert in the development, assessment, and use of measures of quality of life and functional s... [more]

Hersam, Mark

Hersam, Mark

Professor

Bio

The Hersam Laboratory specializes in the processing, characterization, and application of nanoelectronic materials including silicon, carbon nanotubes, graphene, transition metal dichalcogenides, blac... [more]

Hibler, Elizabeth

Hibler, Elizabeth

Assistant Professor

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I am a molecular epidemiologist conducting research focused on the relationship between diet, physical activity, and genetic/epigenetic factors in the etiology and prevention of cancer. My background ... [more]

Hisey, Colin

Hisey, Colin

Assistant Professor

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Our research group uses micro- and nanofabrication approaches to develop platform technologies in the field of cancer engineering. Currently, we are highly focused on using extracellular vesicles ... [more]

Hitsman, Brian

Hitsman, Brian

Associate Professor

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My research focuses on the causes and treatment of tobacco use and dependence, especially among disadvantaged and underserved populations. I have been involved in tobacco-related research, education, ... [more]

Hoffman, Brian

Bio

We determine the catalytic mechanisms of metalloenzymes through the development and implementation of electron-nuclear double resonance (ENDOR) spectroscopy, a combination of NMR and EPR. 

Hope, Thomas

Hope, Thomas

Professor

Bio

My laboratory has focused on utilizing the methods of cell biology to study HIV. I was one of the pioneers of taking this approach. To facilitate our work, we have developed a series of novel tools an... [more]