Dr. Neil Ganem

Associate Professor

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Biography

Neil Ganem is an Associate Professor at the Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine, where he is focused on understanding the mechanisms of genome instability in human cancers. His laboratory employs advanced techniques such as high-resolution microscopy and genome-wide RNAi screening to explore the biology of cancer cells, particularly the genetic adaptations that allow them to bypass growth limitations. Ganem’s research has significant implications in defining tumor suppression mechanisms and identifying genetic dependencies relevant to various cancer types, including esophageal adenocarcinomas and lung cancers. He has contributed to multiple research projects funded by prestigious organizations including the National Institutes of Health and the American Cancer Society. Additionally, Ganem has earned recognition for his teaching and mentorship at the Graduate Medical Sciences of Boston University.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2020-01-01 — Present

Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine • Boston, MA

Conducting research on cancer biology and genome instability; mentoring graduate students.

Awards

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Educator Year Award

2018-01-01
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Searle Scholar

2014-01-01
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Melanoma Research Alliance Young Investigator Award

2014-01-01

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.