Dr. Myles Cockburn

Biography

Myles Cockburn is a Professor at the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California, specializing in Population and Public Health Sciences and Dermatology. His research focuses on cancer etiology and prevention, particularly in relation to melanoma risk factors and public health screenings. Originally from New Zealand, Dr. Cockburn has dedicated his career to understanding the complex interactions between environmental factors, social determinants, and cancer outcomes. He has significantly contributed to the field through his work with brain cancer efficacy studies, improving SunSmart attitudes among school children in Los Angeles, and mentoring PhD students in epidemiologic investigations. Dr. Cockburn also plays a key leadership role in major cancer control programs at USC and has published extensively on various health disparities and environmental health issues. His efforts aim to enhance cancer control strategies, especially in diverse and underserved communities, and he co-directs the Cancer Control Program at the Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center.

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