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Sabitha Prabhakaran PhD

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Associate Director of Research Planning & Development - Genomic Medicine at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
📍 Greater Houston, United States

Sabitha Prabhakaran, PhD, is the Associate Director of Research Planning & Development in Genomic Medicine at MD Anderson Cancer Center. Her expertise spans clinical trial development, molecular biology, and host-pathogen interactions. She holds a Ph. D. from UTHealth Houston and has progressively advanced from a postdoctoral fellow to her current leadership role.

While her public profile is focused on her scientific career, she has a keen interest in bridging the gap between laboratory research and clinical practice. She is a co-editor of a book on immunotherapy, indicating a passion for educating fellow scientists and medical professionals on cutting-edge cancer treatments.

Unique fact: Sabitha co-holds a patent for a method related to fibronectin, a key protein in cellular processes, stemming from her research on the bacteria that causes Lyme disease.

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Experience
14 Years
Current Role
Associate Director of Research Planning & Development - Genomic Medicine
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
Greater Houston, United States
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Genomic Medicine
Serves as Associate Director in the Genomic Medicine department at MD Anderson, a world-leading cancer center, and has co-authored recent research in this field.
Cancer Immunotherapy
Co-edited the book "Immunotherapy in Translational Cancer Research, " demonstrating deep expertise and a commitment to advancing this critical area of oncology.
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Career

Work history

2-2021
Associate Director of Research Planning & Development - Genomic Medicine
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
10-2018 - 2-2021
Scientific Manager - Genomic Medicine
The University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center
9-2016 - 10-2018
Clinical Research Scientist
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
6-2014 - 9-2016
Scientific Writer
Houston Methodist Research Institute
4-2011 - 6-2014
Postdoctoral Fellow
The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston
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Education
8-2003 - 8-2008
Ph.D.
UTHealth Houston
1997 - 1999
MSc
Texas State University
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