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Ran Blekhman is a Professor in the Department of Medicine at the University of Chicago, where he leads a computational lab focused on the interface of human genomics and microbiome research. His lab integrates large-scale genomic datasets and develops computational deep learning approaches to characterize host-microbiome interactions, understanding their influence on health, and translating findings into actionable insights for disease prevention and treatment. Prior to joining the University of Chicago in 2022, he spent nine years on the faculty at the University of Minnesota. He completed his postdoctoral training at Cornell University and earned his Ph.D. in Human Genetics from the University of Chicago. He also holds a B.Sc. in Computer Science and Biology from Tel Aviv University.
University of Chicago • Chicago, IL
Leads a computational lab focused on human genomics and microbiome research.
University of Minnesota •
Spent nine years as faculty member.
Department of Philosophy