{"id":6,"date":"2023-08-04T03:38:20","date_gmt":"2023-08-04T03:38:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/keck.usc.edu\/cancer-biology\/?page_id=6"},"modified":"2026-03-31T22:24:54","modified_gmt":"2026-03-31T22:24:54","slug":"department-of-biochemistry-molecular-medicine","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/keck.usc.edu\/cancer-biology\/","title":{"rendered":"Department of Cancer Biology"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n  \n    \n\n\n\n\n\n\n<div\n  class=\"cc--component-container cc--hero-primary has-image horizontal-navigation\"\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  >\n  <div class=\"c--component c--hero-primary\"\n    \n      >\n\n    \n      <div class=\"image-container\">\n\n                  \n<div class=\"f--field f--image\">\n\n    \n    \n    \n    \n    \n    \n              \n      <img\n                            data-src=\"https:\/\/keck.usc.edu\/cancer-biology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/166\/2025\/02\/HeroImage-copy-768x432.jpg\"\n          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\/>\nTransforming Patient Care<\/h2>\n<p class=\"large\">The Department of Cancer Biology at the Keck School of Medicine of USC is committed to advancing fundamental and translational research on the molecular and cellular mechanisms of cancer. By integrating cutting-edge technologies, computational biology, and innovative model systems, we aim to uncover new therapeutic targets, develop novel biomarkers, and train the next generation of scientists. Our vision is to revolutionize the understanding of cancer by driving scientific breakthroughs that enable transformative advances in patient care.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n  <\/div>\n\n\n  <\/div><\/div>\n\n\n  \n    \n\n\n\n\n\n\n<div\n  class=\"cc--component-container cc--spacer \"\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  >\n  <div class=\"c--component c--spacer\"\n    \n      >\n\n    \n\n  <\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n  \n  \n    \n\n\n\n\n\n\n<div\n  class=\"cc--component-container cc--featured-block white\"\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  >\n  <div class=\"c--component c--featured-block\"\n    \n      >\n\n    \n  <div class=\"text-image-container\">\n    <div class=\"text-container\">\n\n      \n                  \n<div class=\"f--field f--section-title has-stripe\">\n\n    \n  <h2>\n          Research\n      <\/h2>\n\n\n<\/div>\n      \n                  \n<div class=\"f--field f--description description-medium\">\n\n    \n  <p>Our studies uncover the molecular and cellular mechanisms that drive cancer, with a strong emphasis on epigenetic regulation, genomic alterations, and tumor signaling. We have a proven track record of discoveries that reveal how changes in gene expression contribute to cancer progression. Our research spans many cancer types, focusing on identifying novel therapeutic targets, developing biomarkers for early detection and disease monitoring, and translating these findings into new treatment strategies. In addition to fundamental cancer biology, our research integrates interdisciplinary approaches to examine the impact of environmental factors and social determinants of health on cancer risk, progression, and treatment outcomes. By incorporating these broader influences, we aim to generate insights that enhance cancer detection, improve therapeutic precision, and inform more effective interventions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n      \n              <div class=\"links-container\">\n                          \n<div class=\"f--field f--link\">\n\n    \n    \n  \n<a\n  class=\"link \"\n  href=\"https:\/\/keck.usc.edu\/cancer-biology\/research\/\"\n    aria-label=\"Read&#x20;more&#x20;about&#x20;Explore&#x20;our&#x20;Research\">\n    <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"20\" height=\"12\" viewBox=\"0 0 20 12\"><polygon points=\"14 0 20 6 19 7 19 7 19 7 14 12 13 10.9 16.9 7 0 7 0 5 17 5 13 1 14 0\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\" stroke-width=\"0\"\/><\/svg>    Explore our Research\n    <\/a>\n\n\n<\/div>\n                  <\/div>\n      \n    <\/div>\n\n          <div class=\"image-container\">\n            \n<div class=\"f--field f--image\">\n\n    \n    \n    \n    \n    \n    \n              \n      <img\n                            data-src=\"https:\/\/keck.usc.edu\/cancer-biology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/166\/2025\/02\/iStock-680508160-768x768.jpg\"\n          data-srcset=\"https:\/\/keck.usc.edu\/cancer-biology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/166\/2025\/02\/iStock-680508160-1280x1280.jpg 1280w,https:\/\/keck.usc.edu\/cancer-biology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/166\/2025\/02\/iStock-680508160-768x768.jpg 768w\"          data-sizes=\"(min-width:1024px) 50vw, (min-width:768px) 100vw, 100vw\"          class=\"lazyload\"\n        \n        alt=\"Scientist pipetting research samples by the microscope\"\n        \n                                      \/>\n\n    \n    \n  \n  \n\n<\/div>\n      <\/div>\n    \n  <\/div>\n\n\n  <\/div><\/div>\n\n\n  \n    \n\n\n\n\n\n\n<div\n  class=\"cc--component-container cc--spacer \"\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  >\n  <div class=\"c--component c--spacer\"\n    \n      >\n\n    \n\n  <\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n                    \n  \n    \n\n\n\n\n\n\n<div\n  class=\"cc--component-container cc--editorial-cards \"\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  >\n  <div class=\"c--component c--editorial-cards\"\n    \n      >\n\n    \n  <div class=\"inner-wrapper\">\n          <div class=\"header-container\">\n\n                      \n<div class=\"f--field f--section-title\">\n\n    \n  <h2>\n          Education &#038; Training\n      <\/h2>\n\n\n<\/div>\n                      <\/div>\n    \n          <div class=\"cards-container\">\n        \n          <div class=\"card\">\n\n            \n            <div class=\"text-container\">\n                                  \n<div class=\"f--field f--eyebrow\">\n\n    \n  <span>MS Program<\/span>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n              \n                                <h3>\n                                          <a href=\"https:\/\/keck.usc.edu\/biochemistry-and-molecular-medicine-program\/\" target=\"_blank\">\n                    \n                      MS in Cancer Biology and Molecular Medicine\ufeff\n\n                                          <\/a>\n                                      <\/h3>\n              \n                                  \n<div class=\"f--field f--description\">\n\n    \n  <p>Your future in lab science starts here. With individual instruction and a wide scope of topics, our two-year research-based master\u2019s program prepares you for PhD studies or a career in biotechnology.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n                          <\/div>\n\n\n          <\/div>\n        \n          <div class=\"card\">\n\n            \n            <div class=\"text-container\">\n                                  \n<div class=\"f--field f--eyebrow\">\n\n    \n  <span>MS Program<\/span>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n              \n                                <h3>\n                                          <a href=\"https:\/\/keck.usc.edu\/translational-biomedical-informatics\/\" target=\"_blank\">\n                    \n                      MS in Translational Biomedical Informatics\n\n                                          <\/a>\n                                      <\/h3>\n              \n                                  \n<div class=\"f--field f--description\">\n\n    \n  <p>The Master of Science in Translational Biomedical Informatics at the Keck School of Medicine of USC prepares students to analyze and interpret complex biomedical data, equipping them for careers in research, healthcare, and biotechnology.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n                          <\/div>\n\n\n          <\/div>\n        \n          <div class=\"card\">\n\n            \n            <div class=\"text-container\">\n                                  \n<div class=\"f--field f--eyebrow\">\n\n    \n  <span>MS Program<\/span>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n              \n                                <h3>\n                                          <a href=\"https:\/\/keck.usc.edu\/translational-biotechnology-program\/\" target=\"_blank\">\n                    \n                      MS in Translational Biotechnology\n\n                                          <\/a>\n                                      <\/h3>\n              \n                                  \n<div class=\"f--field f--description\">\n\n    \n  <p>The MS in Translational Biotechnology at the Keck School of Medicine of USC offers a unique curriculum and practical training, exposing students to biotechnology applications in developing novel therapies and precision medicine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n                          <\/div>\n\n\n          <\/div>\n        \n          <div class=\"card\">\n\n            \n            <div class=\"text-container\">\n                                  \n<div class=\"f--field f--eyebrow\">\n\n    \n  <span>PhD Program<\/span>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n              \n                                <h3>\n                                          <a href=\"https:\/\/keck.usc.edu\/pibbs\/molecular-medicine\/\" target=\"_blank\">\n                    \n                      PhD in Molecular Medicine\n\n                                          <\/a>\n                                      <\/h3>\n              \n                                  \n<div class=\"f--field f--description\">\n\n    \n  <p>The PhD in Molecular Medicine program, part of the <a href=\"https:\/\/keck.usc.edu\/pibbs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Programs in Biomedical and Biological Sciences<\/a> (PIBBS), trains scientists to uncover molecular mechanisms underlying a wide range of human diseases, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches and data-driven research.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n                          <\/div>\n\n\n          <\/div>\n        \n          <div class=\"card\">\n\n            \n            <div class=\"text-container\">\n                                  \n<div class=\"f--field f--eyebrow\">\n\n    \n  <span>PhD Program<\/span>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n              \n                                <h3>\n                                          <a href=\"https:\/\/keck.usc.edu\/pibbs\/phd-programs\/cancer-biology-and-genomics\/\" target=\"_blank\">\n                    \n                      PhD in Cancer Biology and Genomics\n\n                                          <\/a>\n                                      <\/h3>\n              \n                                  \n<div class=\"f--field f--description\">\n\n    \n  <p>The PhD in Cancer Biology and Genomics program, part of the <a href=\"http:\/\/The PhD in Cancer Biology and Genomics program, part of the Programs in Biomedical and Biological Sciences (PIBBS), trains investigators to understand cancer development and progression mechanisms, aiming to translate basic findings into diagnostics, treatments, and cures.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Programs in Biomedical and Biological Sciences<\/a> (PIBBS), trains investigators to understand cancer development and progression mechanisms, aiming to translate basic findings into diagnostics, treatments, and cures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n                          <\/div>\n\n\n          <\/div>\n              <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n\n  <\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n  \n    \n\n\n\n\n\n\n<div\n  class=\"cc--component-container cc--quote \"\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  >\n  <div class=\"c--component c--quote\"\n    \n      >\n\n    \n      <div class=\"header-container\">\n\n                  \n<div class=\"f--field f--section-title\">\n\n    \n  <h2>\n          From the Chair\n      <\/h2>\n\n\n<\/div>\n      \n          <\/div>\n  \n\n  <div class=\"quote-container\">\n\n    <div class=\"left\">\n\n      \n                  \n<div class=\"f--field f--description quote\">\n\n    \n  <p>Cancer remains one of the greatest challenges of our time, but through collaboration and scientific innovation, we are making strides toward deeper understanding and better solutions. Our work is not just about discovery\u2014it\u2019s about impact. By pushing the frontiers of cancer biology, we are paving the way for breakthroughs that will transform cancer detection and treatment, ultimately saving lives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n      \n              <div class=\"attribution\">\n          Bodour Salhia, PhD, Inaugural Interim Chair, Department of Cancer Biology\n\n        <\/div>\n      \n                  \n<div class=\"f--field f--link\">\n\n    \n    \n  \n<a\n  class=\"link \"\n  href=\"https:\/\/keck.usc.edu\/cancer-biology\/faculty\/\"\n    aria-label=\"Read&#x20;more&#x20;about&#x20;View&#x20;our&#x20;Faculty\">\n    <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"20\" height=\"12\" viewBox=\"0 0 20 12\"><polygon points=\"14 0 20 6 19 7 19 7 19 7 14 12 13 10.9 16.9 7 0 7 0 5 17 5 13 1 14 0\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\" stroke-width=\"0\"\/><\/svg>    View our Faculty\n    <\/a>\n\n\n<\/div>\n      \n    <\/div>\n\n          <div class=\"image-container\">\n            \n<div class=\"f--field f--image\">\n\n    \n    \n    \n    \n    \n    \n              \n      <img\n                            data-src=\"https:\/\/keck.usc.edu\/cancer-biology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/166\/2026\/01\/2025.10.29_Salhia-Bodour_PhD_CancerBio_001-2-768x768.jpg\"\n          data-srcset=\"https:\/\/keck.usc.edu\/cancer-biology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/166\/2026\/01\/2025.10.29_Salhia-Bodour_PhD_CancerBio_001-2-1280x1280.jpg 1280w,https:\/\/keck.usc.edu\/cancer-biology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/166\/2026\/01\/2025.10.29_Salhia-Bodour_PhD_CancerBio_001-2-768x768.jpg 768w\"          data-sizes=\"(min-width:1024px) 50vw, (min-width:768px) 100vw, 100vw\"          class=\"lazyload\"\n        \n        alt=\"Image of Dr. Salhai Bodour\"\n        \n                                      \/>\n\n    \n    \n  \n  \n\n<\/div>\n      <\/div>\n    \n  <\/div>\n\n\n\n\n  <\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n    \n\n\n\n\n\n\n<div\n  class=\"cc--component-container cc--featured-block image-left white\"\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  >\n  <div class=\"c--component c--featured-block\"\n    \n      >\n\n    \n  <div class=\"text-image-container\">\n    <div class=\"text-container\">\n\n      \n                  \n<div class=\"f--field f--section-title has-stripe\">\n\n    \n  <h2>\n          Our Mission\n      <\/h2>\n\n\n<\/div>\n      \n                  \n<div class=\"f--field f--description description-medium\">\n\n    \n  <p>The Department of Cancer Biology at the Keck School of Medicine is dedicated to advancing transformative research on the molecular and cellular mechanisms driving cancer. Our mission is to uncover fundamental insights into tumor biology, develop innovative strategies for cancer detection and treatment, and train the next generation of cancer researchers. Through collaboration, innovation, and education, we strive to translate discoveries into novel diagnostic and therapeutic approaches that enhance clinical care. Our commitment to scientific excellence, mentorship, and interdisciplinary research fosters a dynamic environment for discovery and professional growth, accelerating breakthroughs that transform cancer care and improve patient outcomes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n      \n      \n    <\/div>\n\n          <div class=\"image-container\">\n            \n<div class=\"f--field f--image\">\n\n    \n    \n    \n    \n    \n    \n              \n      <img\n                            data-src=\"https:\/\/keck.usc.edu\/cancer-biology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/166\/2025\/02\/OurMission-copy-768x768.jpg\"\n          data-srcset=\"https:\/\/keck.usc.edu\/cancer-biology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/166\/2025\/02\/OurMission-copy-768x768.jpg 768w\"          data-sizes=\"(min-width:1024px) 50vw, (min-width:768px) 100vw, 100vw\"          class=\"lazyload\"\n        \n        alt=\"Cancer cells on scientific background.3d illustration\"\n        \n                                      \/>\n\n    \n    \n  \n  \n\n<\/div>\n      <\/div>\n    \n  <\/div>\n\n\n  <\/div><\/div>\n\n\n  \n    \n\n\n\n\n\n\n<div\n  class=\"cc--component-container cc--spacer \"\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  >\n  <div class=\"c--component c--spacer\"\n    \n      >\n\n    \n\n  <\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n    \n\n\n\n\n\n\n<div\n  class=\"cc--component-container cc--featured-block white\"\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  >\n  <div class=\"c--component c--featured-block\"\n    \n      >\n\n    \n  <div class=\"text-image-container\">\n    <div class=\"text-container\">\n\n      \n                  \n<div class=\"f--field f--section-title has-stripe\">\n\n    \n  <h2>\n          Facts &#038; 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(USC Photo\/Steve Cohn)\"\n        \n                                      \/>\n\n    \n    \n  \n      <\/a>\n  \n\n<\/div>\n          \n                          \n<div class=\"f--field f--eyebrow\">\n\n    \n  <span>Campus News<\/span>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n          \n                          \n<div class=\"f--field f--cta-title\">\n\n    \n  <h3>\n          <a href=\"https:\/\/keck.usc.edu\/news\/academic-honors-convocation-celebrates-usc-scholars-for-innovative-research-and-achievements\/\" target=\"_blank\">Academic Honors Convocation celebrates USC scholars for innovative research and achievements<\/a>\n      <\/h3>\n\n\n<\/div>\n          \n                          \n<div class=\"f--field f--eyebrow date\">\n\n    \n  <span>April 20, 2026<\/span>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n          \n        <\/div>\n      \n              <div class=\"cards-list\">\n                                                          <div class=\"article-card first-card\">\n                                                    \n                      \n<div class=\"f--field f--image\">\n\n    \n        <a\n      href=\"https:\/\/keck.usc.edu\/news\/usc-honors-amy-lees-lifetime-of-scientific-achievement-in-cancer-and-disease-research\/\"\n      target=\"_blank\"          >\n  \n    \n    \n    \n    \n              \n      <img\n                            data-src=\"https:\/\/keck.usc.edu\/cancer-biology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/68\/2026\/04\/2017103_Keck_Spring__2017_0817-768x432.jpg\"\n                              class=\"lazyload\"\n        \n        alt=\"Amy Lee (center) in the lab (Photo by Chris Shinn)\"\n        \n                                      \/>\n\n    \n    \n  \n      <\/a>\n  \n\n<\/div>\n                \n                <div class=\"text-container\">\n\n                                          \n<div class=\"f--field f--eyebrow\">\n\n    \n  <span>Campus News<\/span>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n                  \n                                          \n<div class=\"f--field f--cta-title\">\n\n    \n  <h3>\n          <a href=\"https:\/\/keck.usc.edu\/news\/usc-honors-amy-lees-lifetime-of-scientific-achievement-in-cancer-and-disease-research\/\" target=\"_blank\">USC honors Amy Lee&#8217;s lifetime of scientific achievement in cancer and disease research<\/a>\n      <\/h3>\n\n\n<\/div>\n                  \n                <\/div>\n\n              <\/div>\n                                                <div class=\"article-card\">\n                \n                <div class=\"text-container\">\n\n                                          \n<div class=\"f--field f--eyebrow\">\n\n    \n  <span>Press Release<\/span>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n                  \n                                          \n<div class=\"f--field f--cta-title\">\n\n    \n  <h3>\n          <a href=\"https:\/\/keck.usc.edu\/news\/four-keck-school-of-medicine-of-usc-researchers-elected-as-senior-members-of-the-national-academy-of-inventors\/\" target=\"_blank\">Four Keck School of Medicine of USC researchers elected as senior members of the National Academy of Inventors<\/a>\n      <\/h3>\n\n\n<\/div>\n                  \n                <\/div>\n\n              <\/div>\n                                                <div class=\"article-card\">\n                \n                <div class=\"text-container\">\n\n                                          \n<div class=\"f--field f--eyebrow\">\n\n    \n  <span>Campus News<\/span>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n                  \n                                          \n<div class=\"f--field f--cta-title\">\n\n    \n  <h3>\n          <a href=\"https:\/\/keck.usc.edu\/news\/usc-names-5-new-university-and-distinguished-professors\/\" target=\"_blank\">USC names 5 new university and distinguished professors<\/a>\n      <\/h3>\n\n\n<\/div>\n                  \n                <\/div>\n\n              <\/div>\n                              <\/div>\n          \n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n  <\/div><\/div>\n\n\n  \n    \n\n\n\n\n\n\n<div\n  class=\"cc--component-container cc--spacer \"\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  >\n  <div class=\"c--component c--spacer\"\n    \n      >\n\n    \n\n  <\/div><\/div>\n\n\n  \n    \n\n\n\n\n\n\n<div\n  class=\"cc--component-container cc--spacer \"\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  >\n  <div class=\"c--component c--spacer\"\n    \n      >\n\n    \n\n  <\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n  \n  \n    \n\n\n\n\n\n\n<div\n  class=\"cc--component-container cc--full-width-cta light-gray\"\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  >\n  <div class=\"c--component c--full-width-cta\"\n    \n      >\n\n    \n  <div class=\"inner-wrapper\">\n          <div class=\"header-container\">\n\n                      \n<div class=\"f--field f--section-title has-stripe\">\n\n    \n  <h2>\n          Support Us\n      <\/h2>\n\n\n<\/div>\n                              \n<div class=\"f--field f--description description-medium\">\n\n    \n  <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Supporting the USC Department of Cancer Biology creates possibilities. 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