Program in Molecular and Genetic Epidemiology
Director
David Hunter, M.B.B.S.,
M.P.H., Sc.D.
Vincent L. Gregory Professor
of Cancer Prevention
Description
The
Program in Molecular and Genetic Epidemiology (PMAGE), based in the Department
of Epidemiology, has as its major focus the genetic dissection
of complex human diseases. The Program gives special emphasis to
deciphering the molecular mechanisms underlying cancer to improve
our capacities for cancer diagnosis, prognosis, treatment, as well
as prevention. We also conduct research on other chronic diseases
in collaboration with colleagues at the School of Public Health,
Channing Laboratory, and elsewhere. The Program has several components:
(2) Biostatistical Analysis and Bioinformatics, and
(3) Teaching and Research in Genetic Epidemiology.
The Program collaborates broadly
with colleagues in the Department of Epidemiology as well as other
departments.