Karolinska Institute

About

The Department of Oncology-Pathology conducts basic, translational, clinical research and teaching activities related to cancer

We aim to discover fundamental mechanisms in all aspects of cancer biology, find novel biomarkers and potent anti-cancer drugs for personalized cancer medicine. We maintain state-of art equipment for our scientists to share for a more sustainable and efficient work.

Researchers

Elham Hedayati

Elham Hedayati

Senior Researcher and Associate Professor of Oncology

My research focuses on therapeutic drug monitoring (TDM) of cytotoxic agents to reduce toxicity in cancer therapy, especially breast cancer. I aim to tailor treatments for better efficacy and safety using epidemiologic studies, TDM method development, outcome benchmarking, and patient profiling.
Aina Johnsson

Aina Johnsson

Senior Researcher and Social Worker

My research focuses on factors influencing the return to work for breast cancer patients, adherence to endocrine treatment, and the physical, psychological, and social impacts of a breast cancer diagnosis and its treatment. I address essential aspects of rehabilitation and quality of life.