We are thrilled to announce Dr. Tom Yankeelov as this year’s FCTF recipient. Dr. Yankeelov, holding the W.A.”Tex” Moncrief, Jr. Chair in Computational Engineering and Sciences IV – Computational Oncology, has been instrumental in bridging the gap between computational science and oncology. His pioneering work has not only positioned him as a leader in this critical field but also profoundly impacted many lives.
Student Recommendation: “Dr. Yankeelov made it possible to have fun in an engineering course. It was one of the first courses that I felt really engaged in and excited to learn even though the material was really complex. He is such a positive energy. He cares about his students so much and goes above and beyond for them in every class. He makes class engaging and is always available. He offers great advice and any help he can to students even beyond what is required.”
President Jay Hartzell:
“Dr. Yankeelov embodies what we mean by ‘change starts here.’ He and his colleagues are approaching cancer research in ways that were previously considered radical and ineffective by the medical establishment. Now, his work to apply two seemingly disparate disciplines has put computational oncology on the map and established UT as a societal leader in this area of research that can truly impact the lives of so many people who suffer in some way due to this terrible disease.”
More about Dr. Yankeelov: https://oden.utexas.edu/people/directory/Tom-Yankeelov/