Dr. Kerry Fisher

Associate Professor

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Biography

Dr. Kerry Fisher is an Associate Professor at the University of Oxford specializing in Oncology. Her research focuses on the tumor microenvironment and its influence on disease progression as well as therapeutic drug performance. Dr. Fisher and her team utilize primary tissue samples from patients and fresh biopsy material to better understand the complexity of the tumor microenvironment, addressing challenges such as abnormal metabolism and dysfunctional immune activity. She has expanded her work to include the formation of a live tissue facility that benefits both her department and collaborators. With over 20 years of experience in industrial collaborations, she helps manage the development of new treatments from initial innovation through science-led clinical trials. Additionally, she actively works with industry partners, established companies, and new spin-out biotechs derived from the University, translating new therapies into clinical practice.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Oxford

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.7
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:24
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:25
Total
Required:110
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Politics, International Relations, Economics, History, Law, Philosophy or Sociology
Application Checklist
  • Three academic references
  • Official transcripts
  • CV/Resume
  • Statement of Purpose (1,000 words)
  • Two academic essays (2,000 words each)
Specialization Notes

Department of Politics and International Relations - Higher Level English requirement.