Andrzej Dlugosz was named associate director for basic science research at the University of Michigan Rogel Cancer Center.
Dlugosz is the Poth Professor of Cutaneous Oncology and professor of dermatology and of cell and developmental biology at the University of Michigan. He co-leads the Rogel Cancer Center’s cancer biology program.
In his new role, Dlugosz will oversee the Rogel Cancer Center’s four basic science research programs, which focus on cancer biology, genetics, developmental therapeutics and immunology.
Dlugosz joined the faculty at the University of Michigan in 1997 and currently serves as associate chair for research in the Department of Dermatology.
His research focuses on how alterations in the Hedgehog signaling pathway contribute to cancer initiation, progression and maintenance in tumors arising in the skin and other organs. In more recent studies, he has also been investigating the molecular underpinnings of Merkel cell carcinoma.
Dlugosz replaces Stephen Weiss, who stepped down to build on his laboratory research efforts. Dlugosz’ appointment is effective Nov. 1.
