Chadi El Farran
About Chadi El Farran
Chadi El Farran is a Research Fellow currently affiliated with the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, and Harvard Medical School, with over six years of experience in bioinformatics, genomics, and cell biology. He holds a Ph.D. in Molecular Biology from the National University of Singapore and has contributed to numerous publications on cancer and other diseases.
Work at Broad Institute
Chadi El Farran has been a Research Fellow at the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard since 2019. In this role, he focuses on advancing research in the fields of Bioinformatics, Genomics, and Cell Biology. His work involves leveraging next-generation sequencing and big data to explore genomic and epigenomic landscapes. El Farran collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to tackle complex biological questions, contributing to the institute's mission of improving human health through innovative research.
Current Positions at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
Since 2021, Chadi El Farran has held the position of Research Fellow at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in Boston, Massachusetts. In this capacity, he continues to engage in cancer research, building on his extensive background in molecular biology. His role at Dana-Farber complements his work at the Broad Institute, allowing him to contribute to significant advancements in cancer treatment and understanding.
Educational Background
Chadi El Farran earned his Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Molecular Biology from the National University of Singapore, where he studied from 2013 to 2017. Prior to this, he obtained a Master’s Degree in Molecular Biology from the University of Madras from 2009 to 2011, and a Bachelor’s Degree in Clinical Laboratory Science from the University of Kerala from 2004 to 2008. This educational foundation has equipped him with the knowledge and skills necessary for his research career.
Previous Research Experience
Chadi El Farran has over six years of experience in the research industry. He previously worked as an Assistant Researcher at Kuwait University from 2011 to 2013 and as a Research Fellow at Massachusetts General Hospital from 2019 to 2021. Additionally, he served as a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at A*STAR in Singapore from 2017 to 2019. His diverse experiences have contributed to his expertise in the molecular mechanisms of cancer and other diseases.
Publications and Contributions
Chadi El Farran has contributed to multiple publications in prestigious journals, focusing on the molecular mechanisms of cancer and other diseases. His research emphasizes the importance of understanding these mechanisms to develop better therapeutic strategies. El Farran is also motivated by mentoring and training junior researchers and students, sharing his knowledge and expertise with the scientific community.