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Daniel Donoghue is a Distinguished Professor in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at the University of California, San Diego. He holds a Ph.D. from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and has significant experience in cancer research, specializing in the molecular underpinnings of cancer treatment. His laboratory focuses on understanding 'driver genes' associated with human cancer using a variety of cutting-edge techniques including cell biology, biochemistry, and mass spectrometry. His research highlights the role of Receptor Tyrosine Kinases (RTKs) in cancer biology. The lab actively investigates various oncogenic fusion proteins and their implications in cancers such as glioblastoma, cholangiocarcinoma, and prostate cancer. A commitment to precision medicine and personalized therapy runs through the research work, enabling targeted future cancer treatments. Donoghue also has held several prestigious academic appointments and has received multiple awards, including the American Cancer Society Faculty Research Award. He plays a pivotal role in mentoring emerging scientists and is actively seeking new students to join his research team.
UCSD • La Jolla, CA
Professor in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry.
Sixth College, UCSD • La Jolla, CA
Oversaw academic operations and policies.
UCSD • La Jolla, CA
Served as an associate professor in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry.
UCSD • La Jolla, CA
Assisted in teaching and conducting research.
Salk Institute • La Jolla, CA
Conducted research in Tumor Virology.
Administered by the Scripps Institution of Oceanography. Curricular groups include Climate-Ocean-Atmosphere (COAP), Geosciences (GEO), and Ocean Biosciences (OBP).