Dr. Mollie Barnard

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Mollie Barnard is a molecular genetic epidemiologist whose research focuses on the etiology of breast and ovarian cancers, as well as the elimination of racial disparities in cancer outcomes. She leverages large, diverse epidemiologic cohorts linked with molecular data to identify modifiable risk factors and biological pathways that can be translated into prevention and survivorship strategies. Barnard is the Principal Investigator of an American Cancer Society Research Scholar Grant investigating the influences of cardiometabolic health on breast cancer risk, tumor biology, and immune profiles among Black women. Her work combines prospective cohort data with analyses of tumor gene expression and immune infiltration to uncover mechanisms driving aggressive disease, aiming to identify opportunities for targeted screening, prevention, and treatment. Prior research has examined the role of inflammation in ovarian carcinogenesis, revealing an inverse association between low-dose aspirin use and ovarian cancer risk. Barnard is committed to training the next generation of scientists, having mentored master's students, PhD students, and medical students in cancer epidemiology, study design, and data analysis.

Research Interests

Awards

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Karin Grunebaum Faculty Research Fellow

2023-01-01
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Dahod Assistant Professorship

2021-01-01
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Women’s Cancers Center Rising Star Award

2021-01-01
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Molecular Epidemiology Working Group Scholar-in-Training Award

2020-01-01
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Susan Cooper Jones Endowed Fellowship in Cancer Research

2020-01-01
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Huntsman Travel Fellowship

2019-01-01

Requirements for Boston University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.88
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
Application Checklist
  • Personal statement
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Resume
  • LSAT or GRE scores
  • Transcripts through LSAC
Specialization Notes

Department of Law offers JD, LLM, and Master's in Study of Tax Law.