Dr. Jared Fischer | Nanotechnology | Best Researcher Award
Assistant Professor at Oregon Health and Science University , United States.
Dr. Jared Fischer is an Assistant Professor at the Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) in the Department of Molecular and Medical Genetics/CEDAR
. With a dual degree in Zoology and Chemistry
from Miami University and a PhD in Molecular Genetics
from the University of Cincinnati, he has cultivated a rich career in cancer biology, senescence, and in vivo imaging. His innovative work in nanomedicine, cancer detection, and senolytic therapies has led to numerous high-impact publications and grants. Dr. Fischer is not only a prolific researcher
but also a committed educator and mentor to future scientists
.
PROFILE
Summary of Suitability:
Dr. Jared Fischer is an outstanding biomedical scientist and faculty member at Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU), serving as Assistant Professor in the Department of Molecular and Medical Genetics/CEDAR. His research career exemplifies consistent innovation, high-impact scholarship, and a commitment to translational medicine. His work spans multiple disciplines, including molecular genetics, cancer biology, nanomedicine, and biomedical imaging. Dr. Fischer has secured prestigious federal and institutional grants and consistently publishes in top-tier journals. Moreover, he has demonstrated exemplary service through education, mentorship, and committee leadership—solidifying his role as a leader and innovator in the research community.
Education and Experience
Education:
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BS in Zoology & BA in Chemistry, Miami University (1999–2003)
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PhD in Molecular Genetics, University of Cincinnati (2003–2008)
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Postdoctoral Fellowship in Molecular and Medical Genetics, OHSU (2009–2017)
Academic Experience:
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Assistant Professor, OHSU, Molecular & Medical Genetics (2017–Present)
Professional Development 

Dr. Fischer’s professional growth is rooted in continuous learning, leadership, and service . He completed the Leadership Development Course from Brave Heart Consulting in 2024
and was certified by the Mentorship Academy in 2023. Actively involved in mentoring underrepresented students
, he has contributed to cancer education through programs like the CURE Program and the Partnership for Scientific Inquiry
. As IACUC vice-chair and editorial reviewer
, his institutional service has significantly impacted research governance and publication. His commitment to advancing scientific education, ethics, and community health underscores his dynamic and evolving career
.
Research Focus
Dr. Fischer’s research centers on cancer biology , senescence
, and molecular imaging
, particularly through nanomedicine and bioengineering innovations. His work targets early cancer detection
, tumor progression
, and therapeutic development using multifunctional nanomaterials and senolytic peptides
. He is known for pioneering diagnostic assays and nanoparticle-based imaging techniques
, as demonstrated in his recent publications on pancreatic and colorectal cancers. His interdisciplinary focus bridges molecular genetics, biomedical imaging, and computational modeling
, aligning with cutting-edge research in oncology and personalized medicine
. His contributions are shaping next-generation strategies in precision diagnostics and therapeutic delivery
.
Awards and Honors 

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OHSU “Paper of the Month” for PNAS publication, December 2016
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Graduate Student of the Year, University of Cincinnati, Department of Molecular Genetics, 2008
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Invited Speaker at Cambridge University, Cold Spring Harbor, and various ACS events
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Recognized across high-profile media (Nature, Science News, Forbes, JAMA) for breakthrough cancer diagnostics research
Publications & Citations 
2025
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Early detection of pancreatic cancer by protease-activated nanosensor assay – Published in Science Translational Medicine, featured in Nature, Science News, Forbes
2024
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Profiling protease cleavage in plasma for pancreatic cancer – Published in Scientific Reports
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Tumor-immune hybrid cells and colorectal cancer metastasis via CTLA4 – Published in Clinical and Experimental Medicine
2023
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Ultrafast ultrasound imaging using blinking nanoparticles – Published in Nano Letters
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Gas-stabilizing nanoparticles for cancer therapy – Published in Advanced Materials Interfaces
2022
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Hybrid PLGA nanoparticles for enzyme therapy – Published in Pharmaceutics
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Computational design of TP63-TP53 inhibitors – Published in Molecular Cancer Therapeutics
2021
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Modeling FOXO4-TP53 to create senolytic peptides – Published in EBioMedicine
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Label-free enrichment of rare neoplastic cells using microfluidics – Published in Communications Biology
2020
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Weight loss, biomarkers & cancer risk – Published in Surg Obes Relat Dis
2019
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Silica cloaking of adenovirus for gene delivery – Published in Journal of Controlled Release
2018
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Cell fusion and hybrid circulating tumor cells – Published in Science Advances, highly cited and shared
2017
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Genetic divergence in tumor evolution – Published in Nature Genetics, highly cited and impactful
2016
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TgfβR2 in intestinal stem cells – Published in PNAS, earned “Paper of the Month” at OHSU
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Pms2 ATPase domain study – Published in DNA Repair
2014
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Apc-deficient crypts and chemoprevention – Published in Carcinogenesis
2012
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Phenotypic outcomes of Apc loss – Published in Oncogene
2008–2006 (select highlights)
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Mutation in aging mice – Published in Aging Cell
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Loss of heterozygosity in mouse tissues – Published in Mutation Research
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Co-mutagenic effects of arsenic and benzo[a]pyrene – Published in Mutation Research
2004–2003
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Evolution of Pneumocystis species – Published in Microbiology & J Eukaryotic Microbiology
Conclusion:
Dr. Jared Fischer is a truly deserving nominee for the Best Researcher Award. His body of work demonstrates not only scientific rigor and innovation but also a profound impact on patient care, early disease detection, and therapeutic development. His interdisciplinary approach, dedication to mentoring, and consistent scholarly output position him among the top-tier researchers advancing modern medicine today.