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Darell Bigner is the E. L. Lucille F. Jones Cancer Distinguished Research Professor in the School of Medicine and a Professor of Neurosurgery at Duke University. He is also Chief of the Division of Experimental Pathology and holds professorships in Pathology and Surgery. His research has focused on the mechanisms of transformation and altered growth control in primary brain tumors, particularly malignant gliomas and metastatic tumors. He is involved in the development of new therapeutic methods and has collaborated with colleagues at the Preston Robert Tisch Brain Tumor Center, where he helps coordinate research efforts among faculty members. Bigner's laboratory emphasizes the use of molecularly targeted therapies, monoclonal antibodies, and oncolytic viruses in the treatment of malignant brain tumors. Over the years, he has trained numerous medical students, residents, and postdoctoral fellows, reinforcing his commitment to education and research development in the field of neuro-oncology. He has consistently been recognized for his contributions to the field, receiving numerous grants and awards, including the NCI Outstanding Investigator Award, reflecting his significant research accomplishments.
Department of Biomedical Engineering (MS program)