Hakimeh Ebrahimi Nik
About Hakimeh Ebrahimi Nik
Hakimeh Ebrahimi Nik is a Research Scientist at the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard, specializing in neoepitope-based cancer immunotherapy. She holds a Ph.D. in Biotechnology and has contributed to significant advancements in cancer treatment through her research on antigen presentation and dendritic cell mechanisms.
Work at Broad
Hakimeh Ebrahimi Nik has been a Research Scientist at the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard since 2019. In her role, she is part of the Tumor Immunotherapy Discovery Engine (TIDE) group, where she investigates the mechanisms of MHCIb antigen presentation. Her work focuses on advancing the understanding of cancer immunotherapy through innovative research methodologies.
Education and Expertise
Hakimeh Ebrahimi Nik holds a Ph.D. in Biotechnology, which she obtained after studying at Ferdowsi University of Mashhad. Additionally, she earned a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) from the same institution, where she studied from 2004 to 2010. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her research in cancer immunotherapy and biotechnology.
Background
Before joining the Broad Institute, Hakimeh Ebrahimi Nik worked as a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at UConn Health from 2015 to 2019. During this time, she developed her expertise in cancer research and immunotherapy, contributing to her current role in the TIDE group at Broad.
Research Contributions
Hakimeh Ebrahimi Nik has made significant contributions to the field of cancer immunotherapy. She developed unique research focused on neoepitope-based cancer immunotherapy, which led to the establishment of new rules for neoepitope selection in cancer patients. Her work aims to enhance the effectiveness of immunotherapeutic strategies.
Patents and Innovations
Hakimeh Ebrahimi Nik filed a US patent related to the mechanisms of adjuvanticity of dendritic cells in cancer immunotherapy. This patent reflects her innovative approach to understanding and improving cancer treatment methodologies.