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John Blazeck is an Associate Professor in the School of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at the Georgia Institute of Technology. His research focuses on the intersection of interface immunology and engineering, leveraging cellular protein engineering to develop novel therapies aimed at fighting diseases. The Blazeck Lab is dedicated to creating synthetic immune systems that enhance the body's ability to recognize and combat disease-causing agents through the engineering of diverse immune receptors. Investigating population-level characteristics of immune receptors, the lab seeks to understand how millions of receptors can be optimized to target pathogens effectively. Blazeck's work extends to cellular therapies and immunotherapies that modulate immune responses, with a commitment to developing controllable and enhanced cellular systems. Additionally, he is engaged in creating proteins that specifically target cancer cells by exploiting their unique metabolic environments. Utilizing directed evolution, he aims to optimize the efficacy of these therapeutic proteins in fighting cancer.
Department of Computer Science: GRE scores are optional for Fall 2026.