James S. Economou
James S. Economou is an American surgeon and immunologist known for his contributions to the field of cancer immunotherapy. He has held several prominent positions in academia and has been involved in pioneering research that bridges the gap between surgery and immunology.
Early Life and Education[edit | edit source]
James S. Economou was born in Los Angeles, California. He completed his undergraduate studies at Stanford University, where he earned a degree in Biology. He then attended the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) for his medical degree. Following his graduation, he pursued a residency in general surgery at UCLA Medical Center.
Career[edit | edit source]
Academic Positions[edit | edit source]
Economou has held several academic positions throughout his career. He joined the faculty at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, where he served as a professor of surgery and microbiology. He has also held the position of Vice Chancellor for Research at UCLA.
Research Contributions[edit | edit source]
James S. Economou is renowned for his research in cancer immunotherapy. His work has focused on developing novel immunotherapeutic approaches to treat various types of cancer, including melanoma and colorectal cancer. He has published numerous articles in peer-reviewed journals and has been a key figure in several clinical trials.
Professional Affiliations[edit | edit source]
Economou is a member of several professional organizations, including the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) and the American College of Surgeons (ACS). He has also served on the editorial boards of various scientific journals.
Awards and Honors[edit | edit source]
Throughout his career, James S. Economou has received numerous awards and honors for his contributions to medicine and science. These include the American Cancer Society Clinical Research Professorship and the National Institutes of Health (NIH) MERIT Award.
Personal Life[edit | edit source]
James S. Economou is married and has two children. He is an avid supporter of various charitable organizations and is actively involved in community service.
See Also[edit | edit source]
- Cancer immunotherapy
- David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA
- American Association for Cancer Research
- American College of Surgeons
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