Michigan Pathology

Congratulations to #UMichPath researchers, Drs. Jolanta Grembecka and Tomasz Cierpicki on their recent @US_FDA approval of the first once-daily oral therapy for relapsed/refractory NPM1-mutant acute myeloid leukemia. “This transformative discovery, grounded in research conducted in the Department of Pathology, marks an important moment for our community. The work of Drs. Grembecka and Cierpicki, now recognized through FDA approval, reflect the strength of our scientific environment and our commitment to improving care for patients. It is meaningful to see U-M Pathology contribute to a therapy that is making a real difference for those with leukemia,” said Charles Parkos, Chair of the Department of Pathology. Read about their work: michmed.org/qNYd4

From hand-pouring culture plates to embracing cutting-edge automation, Ellen Bassett, MT(ASCP), witnessed and helped shape the evolution of microbiology over 36 years at U-M Pathology. Congratulations on an incredible career, and best wishes in retirement! michmed.org/GYzZw

Congratulations to the members of the Parkos Nusrat Lab for their recent publication in Mucosal Immunology!

As the new Associate Director of the Clinical Pathology Division, David Manthei, MD, PhD, is focused on strengthening collaboration, mentoring the next generation of pathologists, and advancing patient care through innovation. Read more: michmed.org/ZGYeR

Behind every scientific breakthrough is a story. Dr. Jael Miranda-Guzman's story is no different. Returning to school as a young mother to becoming a faculty investigator shows what's possible through perseverance, support, and determination. michmed.org/3WAx4

Dr. Sara Varadarajan has recently begun her independent research program, which is supported by her @NIHFunding K99/R00 Award, supporting groundbreaking research in inflammation, tissue repair, and mucosal wound healing. Read her story: michmed.org/W382k

A new global partnership between U-M Pathology, @UM_cghe, and @AKUHNairobi is helping shape the future of pathology. By combining digital pathology, AI, and international collaboration, researchers are working to reduce the time to diagnosis of colorectal cancer in Kenya from weeks to days. michmed.org/GYn3x

Congratulations to Chang Kim, PhD, on his appointment as Faculty Director of the Flow Cytometry Core in the Biomedical Research Core Facilities! A professor of pathology and a nationally recognized leader in flow cytometry, Dr. Kim brings decades of expertise to support strategic planning, technology development, instrumentation funding, and service expansion for the research community @umichmedicine. Read More: michmed.org/72jJr

Congratulations to Joseph Pickard, PhD, on your promotion to Assistant Research Scientist!

Congratulations to José A. Raya Sandino, PhD, MS, on your promotion to Assistant Research Scientist!

Congratulations to Jean Tien, PhD, on your promotion to Associate Research Scientist!

Congratulations to Russell J.H. Ryan, MD, on your promotion to Associate Professor of Pathology with Tenure!

Congratulations to Jeffrey B. Hodgin, MD, PhD, on your promotion to Professor of Pathology with Tenure!

Congratulations to Cathryn J. Lapedis, MD, MPH, MSc, on your promotion to Clinical Associate Professor of Pathology!

Congratulations to Steven M. Hrycaj, PhD, on your promotion to Clinical Associate Professor of Pathology!

Congratulations to Jensyn K. Cone Sullivan, MD, on your promotion to Clinical Associate Professor of Pathology!

Congratulations to David B. Chapel, MD, on your promotion to Clinical Associate Professor of Pathology!

Congratulations to Allecia M. Wilson, MD, on your promotion to Clinical Professor of Pathology!

Congratulations to Aaron M. Udager, MD, PhD, on your promotion to Clinical Professor of Pathology!

Congratulations to Bryan L. Betz, PhD, on your promotion to Clinical Professor of Pathology!