Dwight V. Nissley

Dwight V. Nissley is the Director of the Cancer Research Technology Program at the Frederick National Laboratory for Cancer Research. With a PhD in biochemistry from the University of Notre Dame, he leads key national research efforts, including the NCI RAS Initiative, applying advanced technologies to accelerate the discovery of cancer therapies.

An alumnus of Goshen College, he demonstrates a strong commitment to collaborative efforts within the scientific community. His professional focus is centered on uniting teams and technologies to tackle some of the most challenging problems in cancer research, reflecting a passion for mission-driven scientific advancement.

He plays a central leadership role in the National Cancer Institutes high-profile RAS Initiative, a major program targeting a historically challenging set of cancer genes.