Joseph Kissil, PhD

Graduate Program Faculty - FL

Graduate Program

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Cancer cells’ growth amid crowding reveals nuanced role for known oncogene

A hallmark of cancer cells is that they lack contact inhibition, even when crowded. A new study from Kissil lab reveals a protein biologists thought they knew well, YAP, is playing an unexpected role in switching off that normal, healthy response, with input from many players.

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Scripps Research awards doctorates to largest graduating class in institute’s history

Skaggs Graduate School of Chemical and Biological Sciences recognizes 50+ graduate students, the largest class in the school’s history, on May 17.

Institute News Education

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Tumor-like spheres help scientists discover smarter cancer drugs

"Until now, most of the research to screen for cancer drugs has used cells that are growing flat on a plate."

Timothy Spicer

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New Exploratory Grant Will Help Scripps Florida Scientists Advance Treatment Development

"Clearly, there is an urgent need to develop better options for these patients."

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Scientists Solve Major Cancer Protein Conundrum

“Since this is a major pathway for diseases like cancer and fibrosis, our findings add a brand-new layer of valuable information."