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Zuzana Tothova is an Assistant Professor at Harvard Medical School and an investigator at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. Her research interests are primarily centered on cancer biology, particularly within the field of blood cancers. Dr. Tothova's work focuses on understanding the genetics and epigenetics of these malignancies, especially myelodysplastic syndromes and acute myeloid leukemia. She aims to investigate the biology and treatment of myeloid malignancies by exploring clonal hematopoiesis and the effects of chromatin organization in hematopoietic stem cells. Through innovative approaches combining genomic techniques, mouse modeling, and cell engineering, her lab seeks to identify new therapeutic targets that could benefit cancer patients. Dr. Tothova completed her B.A. in Biology and Chemistry at Williams College and received her doctorate in Genetics from Harvard University, where she studied the mechanisms of self-renewal in hematopoietic stem cells. She has also completed her residency in internal medicine and fellowship training in adult hematology and oncology. Throughout her career, she has received several prestigious awards from prominent organizations in the field.
Harvard Medical School • Boston, MA
Research focused on cancer biology, especially blood cancers, investigating genetics and epigenetics.
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute • Boston, MA
Research and clinical practice in hematologic neoplasia and oncology.
Broad Institute • Cambridge, MA
Collaboration and research in genetics related to cancer biology.
Administered by the Division of Medical Sciences (DMS). GRE is not required and will not be considered for BBS, Immunology, and Neuroscience.