Josh Saskin

Josh is an MD-PhD student from Newtown, PA and a recent graduate of Brown University, where he earned degrees in Biochemistry (Sc.B.) and Biomedical Engineering (A.B.) with honors. At Brown, Josh’s research used a mix of cellular and molecular techniques to investigate GPCR-mediated signaling mechanisms involved in melanoma progression. He also contributed to a thorough functional characterization of regulatory SNPs that inform novel insights into the mechanisms underlying human skin color diversity. At Yale, his research interests span cancer immunology, genetic engineering, and systems biology. Josh aspires to leverage his unique dual background in medicine and research to bridge the gap between scientific discovery and medical practice. In his free time, Josh enjoys pottery, cooking, and walking dogs around New Haven.