Dr. Susan Cohn

Professor

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Biography

Susan Cohn is a Professor at the University of Chicago, specializing in pediatric oncology, with a focus on neuroblastoma, a type of cancer predominantly seen in children. Her career is characterized by a commitment to advancing clinical and translational research aimed at understanding the biological foundations of high-risk neuroblastoma and identifying innovative therapeutic targets. Cohn has played a pivotal role in the International Neuroblastoma Risk Group Task Force and the Children's Oncology Group, where she leads efforts in developing risk classification algorithms based on clinical and biological data. She collaborates with colleagues to explore the epigenomic landscape of neuroblastoma and to enhance treatment strategies using liquid biopsy epigenomic biomarkers. Cohn's mentorship extends to a variety of academic levels, influencing future leaders in cancer research and medicine. She has been recognized with numerous awards for her contributions, including the Senior Faculty Scholar award from the Bucksbaum Institute, and has held significant positions such as the Director of the Faculty Scholars Program at the University of Chicago's Department of Pediatrics.

Research Interests

Awards

#2014

Senior Faculty Scholar

#2012

Innovator Award

#2016

Pediatric Oncology Award

Requirements for University of Chicago

Doctorate Program
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TOEFL
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Required:26
Reading
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IELTS
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Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
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Required:7
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
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Specialization Notes

Department of Philosophy