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Dr. Oluwatayo Ikotun is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Pharmacology. His work focuses on translational imaging, with expertise in inorganic chemistry, radiochemistry, molecular imaging, and immuno-oncology. Dr. Ikotun earned his Ph.D. in bioinorganic chemistry from Syracuse University, investigating the magnetic properties of pyrophosphate-bridged bimetallic complexes. His research evaluates the anti-cancer properties of pro-drugs and their mechanisms in eliciting cell death. Following his doctoral studies, he completed postdoctoral training at Washington University School of Medicine as an American Cancer Society Fellow, where he developed diagnostic imaging agents targeting enhanced vitamin demand in cancerous lesions. His industrial experience at Amgen Inc. and Bristol-Myers Squibb, particularly in the field of immuno-oncology, encompasses the application of molecular imaging in drug discovery and development. Dr. Ikotun’s research laboratory aims to develop diagnostic imaging tools for monitoring the cancer immunity cycle and investigating the mechanisms of immuno-oncology therapies. His current research includes studying the interactions of immune cells in cancer, enhancing radio-immunotherapy efficacy, and exploring progressive fibrosis through molecular imaging.
University of California, Los Angeles • Los Angeles, CA, USA
Focuses on developing imaging tools for cancer research and studying immune responses.
Department of Economics admits primarily for the PhD program.