Jhansi Leslie
About Jhansi Leslie
Jhansi Leslie is a scientist currently working at Arcus Biosciences, where she has been employed since 2022. She has extensive experience in microbiology and immunology, having held positions at the University of Virginia and UC Davis, and earned her Ph.D. from the University of Michigan.
Work at Arcus Biosciences
Jhansi Leslie currently serves as a Scientist at Arcus Biosciences, a role she has held since 2022. In this position, she contributes to research and development efforts focused on innovative cancer therapies. Her work involves applying her expertise in microbiology and immunology to advance the company's mission of improving patient outcomes through targeted treatments.
Previous Experience at University of Virginia
Prior to her role at Arcus Biosciences, Jhansi Leslie worked as a Postdoctoral Fellow at the University of Virginia from 2017 to 2022. During her five years in Charlottesville, Virginia, she engaged in advanced research projects that contributed to the field of immunology. This experience further developed her skills in scientific inquiry and research methodologies.
Education and Expertise
Jhansi Leslie holds a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Microbiology and Immunology from the University of Michigan, where she studied from 2011 to 2017. She also earned a Translational Research Educational Certificate during her time there from 2014 to 2016. Earlier, she completed her Bachelor’s Degree in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology at the University of California, Davis, from 2005 to 2009, along with a minor in Technology Management.
Research Contributions and Publications
Jhansi Leslie has presented her research at the Society for Immunotherapy of Cancer (SITC), focusing on the inhibition of AXL signaling with AB801. She has also co-authored a publication on this topic, which discusses how inhibiting AXL signaling can enhance anti-tumor immune responses. These contributions reflect her commitment to advancing cancer immunotherapy.
Career Background at UC Davis and University of Michigan
Before her postdoctoral fellowship, Jhansi Leslie worked as a Junior Specialist at UC Davis from 2009 to 2011. She also spent six years at the University of Michigan, where she completed her Ph.D. and engaged in significant research in microbiology and immunology. This diverse background has equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of the biological sciences.