Michael Wendl is one of the original Human Genome Project scientists and applies mathematical & statistical theory to important problems in medicine and engineering. He works to rapidly advance the science of cancer genomics, from signal analysis of raw genome sequencing and proteomics data, to inferential analysis and model building, to clinical translation. Dr. Wendl is a proponent of math/science literacy for the general public and active in policy issues related to education, including through the Wendl Foundation, a 501(c)(3) public charity promoting and funding educational opportunities for disadvantaged children within the St Louis Metro Area.