Nicholas Banovich

Collaborator
DISC Type : is

Professor at TGen - Part of City of Hope

Phoenix, Arizona, United States

Overview

Nicholas Banovich is the VP of Scientific Development and a Professor at TGen, part of City of Hope. He leads research in human genomics, specializing in fibrotic lung disease and cancer. A University of Chicago PhD graduate, he directs TGens Center for Spatial Multi-Omics, leveraging cutting-edge technologies to identify new therapeutic targets.

His academic journey reflects a deep-seated interest in biological sciences, beginning with a Bachelor of Science at Arizona State University and culminating in a PhD from the University of Chicago. This foundation has propelled his career in translational genomics, focusing on unraveling the genetic drivers of complex human diseases.

His lab can now generate data on more cells from two runs on a modern platform than were generated by the entire Human Lung Cell Atlas project over several years.

Personality Overview

Consensus Builder

Fair-minded

Appreciative

They are more likely to opt for solutions that are proven in the market.  Unlike D or C types, they are calm as well as friendly and can give the impression of being more receptive than they actually are. Scenarios where both sides can come out as winners appeal to them greatly.

Topics They Care About

Pulmonary Fibrosis
His primary research area, recently securing over $8. 2 million in NIH grants to uncover the molecular drivers of the disease and identify new therapeutic targets.
Spatial Transcriptomics
He is an expert in this technology and directs TGen's Center for Spatial Multi-Omics, using platforms from 10x Genomics and Illumina to map gene activity in tissues.
Human Genomics
His core research interest is understanding how genetic and gene regulatory changes alter disease risk, progression, and treatment response.

Media Appearances

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Work History

12-2025
Professor at TGen - Part of City of Hope
12-2025
Vice President of Scientific Development at TGen - Part of City of Hope
8-2024
Director, Division of Bioinnovation and Genome Sciences at TGen - Part of City of Hope
4-2023 - 4-2024
Chief Scientist at Deepcell
9-2021 - 12-2025
Associate Professor at TGen - Part of City of Hope

Education

Doctor of Philosophy - PhD from University of Chicago
Bachelor of Science - BS from Arizona State University

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During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

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When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

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  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Nicholas

  • They are diplomatic when the need arises; they hardly ever say a direct no.

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  • They can take their time to reach decisions, even while they stay engaged and friendly.
  • Can Nicholas take some risk or not?

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