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Jonathan D. Licht, M.D.

@jdlicht.bsky.social
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President and Chief Scientific Officer, Van Andel Institute @vai.org Editor in Chief, Blood Neoplasia Cancer #epigenetics researcher Formerly Director @ufhealthcancer.bsky.social lichtlab.vai.org

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Jonathan D. Licht, M.D. @jdlicht.bsky.social · 16/06/2026
Fantastic news that reflects the top-tier science at Van Andel Institute. This is a special place where everyone is invested in supporting exceptional, impactful research. It feels extra special that this recognition comes as we celebrate VAI's 30th anniversary this year! #NatureIndexResearchLeaders
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Jonathan D. Licht, M.D. @jdlicht.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
I want to thank @columbiauniversity.bsky.social and the VP&S Alumni Association for this recognition. I’m grateful to the many collaborators, trainees and mentors whose dedication to rigorous science, discovery and compassionate care has shaped my career in biomedical research.
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Jonathan Licht '82: Gold Medalist for Outstanding Achievements in Medical Research
Dr. Licht is a physician-scientist whose work has advanced the understanding of how epigenetic dysregulation drives blood cancers, helping to define new therapeutic strategies.
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Jonathan D. Licht, M.D. @jdlicht.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
Recently I was honored to receive the Gold Medal for Outstanding Achievements in Medical Research from my alma mater, Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons, at the VP&S Alumni Reunion. It was special to share the moment with my family, classmates and colleagues.
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Jonathan D. Licht, M.D. @jdlicht.bsky.social · 03/02/2026
Looking forward to all that's ahead!
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Jonathan D. Licht, M.D. @jdlicht.bsky.social · 30/01/2026
I want to thank Dr. Jones and Dr. Steve Baylin for building such an incredible team. It’s an honor to be part of this important work.
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Jonathan D. Licht, M.D. @jdlicht.bsky.social · 30/01/2026
Exciting times at the 2026 #SU2CScientificSummit @su2c.bsky.social! Delighted to share that I’ve joined my friend Dr. Peter Jones as co-leader of the Van Andel Institute–Stand Up To Cancer Epigenetics Dream Team, which moves promising potential combination therapies for cancer into clinical trials.
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Jonathan D. Licht, M.D. @jdlicht.bsky.social · 29/10/2025
I am excited to announce that after a decade of service to the U of Florida during which the @ufhealthcancer.bsky.social received NCI designation, in January 2026 I will be assuming the role of President and Chief Scientific Officer of the @vai.org. www.vai.org/article/emin...
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Eminent physician-scientist Dr. Jonathan D. Licht to serve as next president and chief scientific officer of Van Andel Institute – Van Andel Institute
Dr. Jonathan D. Licht has been selected as the next president and chief scientific officer of Van Andel Institute, effective January 2026.
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Jonathan D. Licht, M.D. @jdlicht.bsky.social · 27/10/2025
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UF Health Cancer Center is now an institute
The University of Florida has conferred the prestigious title of institute to the University of Florida Health Cancer Center, a reflection of its prominence in cancer research at UF and as one of the ...
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Jonathan D. Licht, M.D. @jdlicht.bsky.social · 01/05/2025
@steidluli.bsky.social So well deserved a pleasure to sponsor you for this well deserved honor!
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Jonathan D. Licht, M.D. @jdlicht.bsky.social · 19/11/2024
My posts will be on this platform going forward as will those from the UF Health Cancer Center. Looking forward to the future.
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