Jill Macoska

Jill Macoska is an American biomedical scientist and geneticist known for her significant contributions to the field of cancer research. She is currently the Alton J. Brann Distinguished Professor in Science and Mathematics at the University of Massachusetts Boston.

Early Life and Education[edit | edit source]

Macoska was born and raised in the United States. She pursued her undergraduate studies in biology and chemistry at the University of Michigan, where she developed a keen interest in genetics. She then went on to earn her Ph.D. in Molecular Genetics from the same institution.

Career[edit | edit source]

After completing her Ph.D., Macoska joined the faculty at the University of Massachusetts Boston. Her research primarily focuses on the genetic and molecular mechanisms underlying the development and progression of prostate cancer. She has made significant contributions to the understanding of how genetic alterations in prostate cancer cells can lead to disease progression and resistance to therapy.

Macoska's work has been widely recognized in the scientific community. She has published numerous peer-reviewed articles in prestigious scientific journals and has been the recipient of several awards for her research.

Research[edit | edit source]

Macoska's research has significantly advanced our understanding of prostate cancer. She has identified several key genetic alterations that drive the progression of the disease and has developed novel therapeutic strategies to target these alterations. Her work has also shed light on the role of the tumor microenvironment in promoting prostate cancer progression.

Awards and Recognition[edit | edit source]

Macoska's contributions to the field of cancer research have earned her numerous awards and recognition. She was named the Alton J. Brann Distinguished Professor in Science and Mathematics in recognition of her outstanding research and teaching.