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Roddy O'Connor, Ph.D.
Research Assistant Professor studying CAR-T cell metabolism
Roddy O'Connor, Ph.D. is a Research Assistant Professor at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, specializing in the study of CAR-T cell metabolism.1 He is a biomedical scientist with a strong background in molecular pharmacology and extensive postdoctoral experience in oncology and immunology.1
Academic Background and Expertise
Dr. O'Connor holds a Ph.D. in Molecular Pharmacology and has completed postdoctoral fellowships focusing on:
- Bioengineered culture platforms
- CAR-T cells
- Metabolism
- Lentiviral gene delivery1
Research and Contributions
His research primarily centers on immunometabolism and CAR-T cell therapy, which are cutting-edge areas in cancer treatment and immunology.23 Dr. O'Connor has significant experience in:
- Designing and conducting experiments
- Evaluating data
- Contributing to RO1 grant applications
- Writing peer-reviewed research articles
- Participating in preclinical studies1
Additionally, he has experience in assembling study protocols and regulatory documents for Phase IV clinical research trials.1
Collaborations and Professional Activities
Dr. O'Connor is actively involved in collaborations with an inter-institutional consortium at the University of Pennsylvania.1 He regularly shares insights and updates about his research on professional platforms, demonstrating his engagement with the scientific community and commitment to advancing knowledge in his field.456
His work contributes to the broader field of cellular immunotherapies, which holds promise for treating various forms of cancer and other diseases.2 Through his research and academic position, Dr. O'Connor plays a role in pushing the boundaries of our understanding of CAR-T cell metabolism and its potential applications in medicine.
