Dr. Ingegerd Hellstrom

Professor

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Biography

Ingegerd Hellstrom, MD, PhD, is a Professor Emeritus at the University of Washington's Department of Laboratory Medicine & Pathology. She has a notable background in tumor immunology, having been part of the team at the Karolinska Institute that discovered the polyoma virus's role in tumor-directed immune responses. Her research has significantly contributed to the understanding of cell-mediated and humoral immunity in various human cancers through pivotal publications in esteemed journals. Her recent work focuses on tumor diagnostics, particularly ovarian carcinoma, where she developed ELISA assays for specific markers like mesothelin and HE4, demonstrating their utility in clinical settings. Hellstrom has held significant academic and research positions, including Principal Scientist at the Pacific Northwest Research Institute and Senior Vice-President at Bristol-Myers Squibb. She continues to explore the implications of Th2 inflammation in cervical carcinogenesis and the role of specific antigens and antibodies in ovarian cancer diagnostics and treatment.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor Emeritus (unassigned)

— Present

University of Washington • Seattle, WA

Serves as a Professor Emeritus in the Department of Pathology.

Principal Scientist

— Present

Pacific Northwest Research Institute (PNRI) • Seattle, WA

Conducted advanced research in a leading institute focused on innovative medical solutions.

Affiliate Professor

— Present

University of Washington • Seattle, WA

Held an affiliate position in the Department of Pathology.

Senior Scientist/Director/Vice-President

— Present

Oncogen • Seattle, WA

Led research initiatives and served in an executive capacity.

Vice President, Immunological Diseases

— Present

Bristol-Myers Squibb Pharmaceutical Research Institute • Seattle, WA

Oversaw research and development in immunological diseases.

Assistant Professor

— Present

Karolinska Institute Medical School • Stockholm, Sweden

Taught and conducted research in the field of Tumor Biology.

Professor

— Present

University of Washington Medical School • Seattle, WA

Served as a Professor in Microbiology and Immunology.

Member Program Head

— Present

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center • Seattle, WA

Led research programs focused on cancer.

Requirements for University of Washington

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:105
Overall
Required:105
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university
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Specialization Notes

Standard Graduate School requirements for University of Washington apply to most departments listed unless specified otherwise by the program.