MD WASIM KHAN
Chicago,IL
Summary
Assistant Professor with 10+ years of experience in Cancer Biology Research with solid publication and funding record. Driven to understand the mechanisms of cancer-mediated metabolic reprogramming and develop novel strategies to target these metabolic vulnerabilities for early diagnosis and/or treatment.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Professor
University Of Illinois At Chicago
08.2021 - Current
- Showed the potential of targeting the novel hexokinase gene, HKDC1, in hepatocellular carcinoma. Received intramural funding from UIC.
- Curated novel mouse models to study hepatocellular carcinoma.
- Mentored undergraduate students for the fulfillment of their degrees.
- Mentored postdoctoral associates in their research projects.
Visiting Scholar
University Of Illinois At Chicago
08.2018 - 07.2021
- Defined the role of novel hexokinase, HKDC1 in glucose metabolism in liver pathophysiology.
- Developed a research project to investigate the role of novel hexokinase protein in liver cancer. This project received funding from the US Department of Defense.
- Mentored undergraduate students to provide career advice and guidance and potential opportunities within their chosen field.
- Managed the mentor lab supplies by maintaining replenished materials and preparing purchase orders.
Research Collaborator
University Of Illinois At Chicago
03.2017 - 07.2018
- Collected research data through experimentation, surveys, and leading focus groups.
- Recorded and analyzed data to produce reports of results.
Faculty Member
CSIR-Indian Institute Of Chemical Biology
09.2012 - 01.2017
- Showed for the first time the role of gluconeogenesis inhibition in liver cancer-mediated metabolic reprogramming.
- Designed xenograft and orthotopic mouse models for cancer research.
Education
Ph.D. - Biochemistry
Aligarh Muslim University
Aligarh, India06.2010
Master of Science - Biochemistry
Aligarh Muslim University
Aligarh, India06.2005
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
Aligarh Muslim University
Aligarh, India06.2003
Skills
- Expertise in mouse models of cancer
- Experimental Design for in vitro and ex vivo cancer and related studies
- Expertise in Molecular Biology techniques (eg, FACS, ELISA/MSD, western blot/WES, immunoprecipitation, RT-PCR, etc)
- Instructional Strategies, Project Management, Results Analysis
- Research Grants, Paper Writing, Peer Review
- Public Speaking
Accomplishments
CSIR-Nehru Postdoctoral Fellowship, India
Inspire Award, Department of Science & Technology, India
Career Development Award, US Department of Defense
Over 40 peer-reviewed scientific articles
Timeline
Assistant Professor
University Of Illinois At Chicago
08.2021 - Current
Visiting Scholar
University Of Illinois At Chicago
08.2018 - 07.2021
Research Collaborator
University Of Illinois At Chicago
03.2017 - 07.2018
Faculty Member
CSIR-Indian Institute Of Chemical Biology
09.2012 - 01.2017
Ph.D. - Biochemistry
Aligarh Muslim University
Master of Science - Biochemistry
Aligarh Muslim University
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
Aligarh Muslim University
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