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Kristin Swanson
Vasek and Anna Maria Polak Professor in Cancer Research at Mayo Clinic
Kristin R. Swanson, Ph.D. is a prominent mathematical oncologist and researcher at Mayo Clinic. She currently holds the position of Vasek and Anna Maria Polak Professor in Cancer Research at Mayo Clinic's campus in Phoenix, Arizona.14
Research Focus
Dr. Swanson's research centers on:
- Mathematical modeling of brain cancer, particularly gliomas
- Developing patient-specific predictive models for tumor growth and treatment response
- Applying artificial intelligence and computational methods to improve cancer treatment
Her lab works to generate accurate, individualized models that can predict tumor progression and therapy outcomes for brain cancer patients.12
Professional Roles
At Mayo Clinic, Dr. Swanson serves as:
- Professor and Vice Chair of Research in Neurosurgery
- Director of the Mathematical Neuro-Oncology Laboratory
- Co-Director of the Precision Neurotherapeutics Innovation Program4
Additionally, she holds positions as:
- Research Professor of Mathematics at Arizona State University
- Member of various scientific advisory boards and committees4
Expertise and Approach
Dr. Swanson's work represents a fusion of multiple disciplines, including:
- Computational modeling
- Artificial intelligence
- Neuroscience
- Cancer biology
- Radiology
- Oncology4
Her approach aims to bridge the gap between computational sciences and clinical medicine, with the goal of improving outcomes for brain cancer patients through personalized treatment strategies.4
Career and Education
Dr. Swanson has over 20 years of experience in her field. She received her Ph.D. in Mathematical Biology from the University of Washington in 1999, and has held positions at Northwestern University before joining Mayo Clinic in 2015.34
Throughout her career, Dr. Swanson has received numerous awards and honors for her innovative work in mathematical oncology and has published extensively in peer-reviewed journals.35
