Staff Profile
Professor Thomas A Hughes
Professor of Biosciences
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I am an academic cancer biologist with an extensive record of leading research in biomedicine. I have published >80 peer-reviewed articles, and am a highly-experienced reviewer, editor, and panel-member for grant/paper review and external examiner for taught courses and doctoral degrees.
- School – School of Science, Technology and Health
- Email – t.hughes@yorksj.ac.uk
Teaching
I have extensive experience in developing and leading Masters-level programmes and modules within cellular and molecular medicine. I have supervised 24 successful doctoral students, and numerous student projects for undergraduate or Masters programmes.
Research
The aim of my research is to increase understanding of the biology of cancers, particularly breast cancer, with a view to using these new insights to improve cancer outcomes.
Particular research strengths are regulation of gene expression, roles of the tumour microenvironment, use and identification of cancer biomarkers and targets, and investigation of novel therapies.
My work involves close collaboration with NHS staff, including surgeons, oncologists, radiologists, pathologists and immunologists. This underpins my research by allowing access to clinical tissue and data, and translational of findings into the clinic. I also collaborate closely with engineers and chemists on the development of nanomedicine approaches for drug delivery and novel therapeutics.
Publications
To view my publications, see my ORCID or Google Scholar page.
