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Perinatal Origins of Disease
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We investigate essential functions of biological processes and fundamental mechanisms of diseases and disorders affecting children’s health. Our lab-based programs are organized into virtual scientific neighborhoods that promote collaborations.

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Our work translates the discoveries of basic science into promising clinical applications. Multidisciplinary teams of researchers collaborate on clinical research on a range of specialties and conditions organized into program areas.

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We drive the research on biological, psychological, social, behavioral, and environmental causes and influencers of common and prominent child health problems to generate evidence for clinical and public health interventions.

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Quantitative Science

The Quantitative Science pillar provides cutting-edge statistical and analytical support and computational techniques to maximize research impact and improve the health outcomes of pediatric patients.

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Xiao-Nan Li
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Our diverse team of researchers are influential leaders in investigating pediatric health issues and diseases, and include physicians, scientists, postdocs, coordinators, statisticians, data analysts, trainees, and others who routinely collaborate with medical centers, academic institutions, and community partners across the globe.

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Xiao-Nan Li, MD, PhD

Basic and Preclinical Science

Biography

Professor, Pediatrics (Hematology, Oncology, and Stem Cell Transplantation), Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine
Rachelle and Mark Gordon Endowed Professorship in Cancer Research

Education and Background

Postdoctoral Fellowship, Research Methodology, Baylor College Of Medicine 2001
Fellowship in Neurosurgery, Suzhou Medical College/Soochow University 1992
Residency in Neurosurgery, Suzhou Medical College/Soochow University 1990
PhD in Tumor Biology, Suzhou Medical College/Soochow University 1993
MD, Suzhou Medical College/Soochow University 1985

Publications

Jan. 29, 2024

Patient-Derived Models of Cancer in the NCI PDMC Consortium: Selection, Pitfalls, and Practical Recommendations.

Dec. 31, 2023

In vitro vascular differentiation system efficiently produces natural killer cells for cancer immunotherapies

Sep. 28, 2023

Silencing GMPPB Inhibits the Proliferation and Invasion of GBM via Hippo/MMP3 Pathways.

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