Professor Dr. Peter Nelson
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Biography
Dr. Peter Nelson studies prostate cancer, a common type of cancer that is a leading cause of death among men. His research aims to understand the triggers of the disease, improve therapies, and discover new treatment targets. Dr. Nelson's work focuses on inherited mutations that increase the risk of developing advanced prostate cancer and their links to aging. He works to identify genetic alterations in prostate tumors to help oncologists tailor treatments for individual patients. His lab is devoted to understanding the molecular and cellular events that lead to cancer initiation and progression. Dr. Nelson also explores genomic features of prostate cancer tumors, developing diagnostic, prognostic, and therapeutic strategies to combat the disease.
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Application Checklist
- Online application through UW Graduate School
- Personal Statement
- Resume/CV
- Three letters of recommendation
- Unofficial transcripts
- English proficiency scores (for international applicants)
Specialization Notes
Fred Hutch provides training for many UW-affiliated PhD programs. This entry covers the interdisciplinary Molecular and Cellular Biology (MCB) program which encompasses departments like Biology, Medicine, and Human Biology.