Defne Bayik

About

Defne Bayik is an Assistant Professor at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center. Her research primarily focuses on immunology and cancer biology, particularly in the realms of glioblastoma and ovarian cancer. Recent publications include studies on immune microenvironments in gliomas, the effects of gut microbiota on cancer treatment resistance, and the relationship between sex-biased immune responses and tumor outcomes. Dr. Bayik's work aims to elucidate the complex interactions between tumor cells and the immune system to inform therapeutic strategies.