Hunter Kent W

Dr. Hunter established the paradigm that metastatic progression of breast cancer has a significant inherited component. Using innovative strategies and cutting edge technologies he has identified a number of genes that contribute to inherited susceptibility to tumor dissemination. Dr. Hunter continues to pioneer the use of integrated genetic and genomic technologies to gain better understanding of the genes and cellular pathways that contribute to the metastatic process. Recent efforts include incorporating the knowledge gained from the genetic studies with novel therapeutic compounds or strategies to try to reduce metastatic burden in breast cancer patients.