Emma is currently working on the Roswell Park Ciclib Study, obtaining samples and creating PDX and cell models of ER+ breast cancer.
M.A. in Biological Sciences, University at Buffalo
Ph.D. Student in Cancer Sciences, Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center
Adam is researching the exploitation of CCNE1-driven replication stress for therapeutic gain in triple negative breast and serous ovarian cancers.
MS Ed Adolescent Education in Biology, Canisius College
Deanna manages patient information, samples, study development and regulatory needs for clinical research studies looking at CDK4/6 inhibitors within the scope of metastatic and high-risk breast cancer.
Subrahmanya is Investigating the underlying mechanism of cell cycle progression in retinoblastoma-deficient triple negative breast cancer tumors.
PhD, University of Arizona
Vishnu is investigating different oncogenic events and their effects on cell cycle dysregulation in multiple cancer types for therapeutic insights.
MS in Neuroscience, University at Buffalo
Robert is primarily responsible for all animal colony maintenance and assists with surgeries and treatments.
Sidney performs tissue staining and analysis for the Advanced Tissue Imaging Shared Resource.
MS in Genetics, University of Rochester
PhD in Genetics, University of Rochester
Tom is a project specialist for the lab, assisting primarily with manuscript development and publication.
MS Neuroscience, State University of New York at Buffalo
Hanna’s work in the lab helps both internal and external investigators elucidate the tumor microenvironment through the optimization of multispectral immunofluorescent biomarker panels using the AKOYA PhenoImager HT, downstream phenotyping quantification of these panels and most recently, spatial genomics, by use of the NanoString GeoMx Digital Spatial Profiler.
Michelle’s current research projects include tumor enrichment of ascites fluid in patients with ER+ breast cancer and CRISPR library screening.
MS in Biostatistics & Bioinformatics, University at Buffalo
Emily manages patient information, samples, and data analysis for clinical research studies looking at CDK4/6 inhibitors within the scope of metastatic and high-risk breast cancer.
PhD degree in Molecular Biology, University at Buffalo
Jason is a seasoned bioinformatician specializing in NGS data processing, analyses as well as biomarker discovery utilizing skills in biostatistics, computer science and machine learning.
MS, State University of New York at Buffalo
The primary objective of Yin's research is to determine the association between the RB pathway and the tumor immune microenvironment in triple-negative breast cancer.
My research focuses on exploring the impact of Rb1 on tumor microenvironment via epigenetic regulation in pancreatic cancer models.
Join our team!
The Witkiewicz-Knudsen Lab is looking for post-docs and graduate students interested in mechanisms of tumor development/progression and precision approaches to cancer treatment. Much of our lab focuses on breast and pancreatic cancer, with an emphasis on taking fundamental research findings to the clinic.
Learn moreContact the Witkiewicz-Knudsen Lab
Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology
Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center
Elm and Carlton Streets
Buffalo, NY 14263