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Dr. Maximilian Diehn is a Professor in the Department of Radiation Oncology at Stanford University. He completed his MD and PhD in Biophysics at Stanford University in 2004, where he also engaged in significant clinical training in Radiation Oncology. His research focuses on the development of genomics-based biomarkers for cancer detection and treatment, particularly in lung and breast cancers. Dr. Diehn's lab works to understand cancer stem cell biology and the implications for therapy, aiming to identify genes and pathways critical for the survival and self-renewal of cancer stem cells. He is actively involved in clinical trials assessing novel treatments, imaging biomarkers, and the efficacy of combined therapies in non-small cell lung cancer. He has received numerous awards for his research and clinical contributions, including the Doris Duke Clinical Scientist Development Award and the NIH Director's New Innovator Award. His professional memberships include the American Society of Therapeutic Radiology and Oncology (ASTRO) and the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA). Dr. Diehn is dedicated to advancing cancer treatment through innovative research and clinical excellence.
Stanford University • Stanford, CA
Leading research and clinical programs in Radiation Oncology.
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