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Robert Prins is a professor in the Department of Neurosurgery and the Department of Molecular and Medical Pharmacology at UCLA. His research focuses on immune-based therapies for malignant glioma, exploring new treatment options and their implications for patient prognosis. His group's work bridges clinical medicine and basic research, with a commitment to understanding tumor-specific T-cell mechanisms and implementing immunotherapy in clinical trials. He leads the development of dendritic cell vaccines for glioma patients, embodying a translational approach to research where scientific advancements are directly applied to patient care. His publications highlight significant findings in the field of neuro-oncology, including the adaptive immune resistance mechanisms in glioblastoma and the enhancement of vaccination-induced immune responses. His contributions to immunotherapy have been recognized by various academic and clinical circles, positioning him as a leading figure in the efforts to combat brain tumors, emphasizing the necessity of integrating laboratory discoveries with clinical applications.
University of California, Los Angeles • Los Angeles, CA
Teaching and conducting research in neurosurgery and pharmacology, specializing in immune-based therapies for brain tumors.
Department of Economics admits primarily for the PhD program.