University of Vermont Cancer Center Member Profile
Brian Cunniff, PhD
Assistant Professor, Pathology and Laboratory Medicine-Research
Honorary Visiting Fellow, Department of Genetics, Genomics and Cancer Sciences University of Leicester, UK
Full Member
Cancer Cell (CC)
Academic Interests
The Cunniff Lab investigates features of malignant tumor cells that provide a vulnerability that can be exploited through development and use of redox active anti-cancer compounds. We conduct basic science research, compound screening and translational research to support clinical development of new therapies. Dr. Cunniff's research is supported by the NIH, philanthropic donations, and industry sponsorship.
Other Titles, Distinctions and Appointments
January 2026- Honorary Visiting Fellow, Department of Genetics, Genomics and Cancer Sciences University of Leicester, UK
Juckett Faculty Scholar, UVM Cancer Center
2025 Appointed an Honorary Visiting Fellow in the Department of Genetics, Genomics, and Cancer Sciences at the University of Leicester in recognition of his collaboration with Professor Dean Fennell, MBBS, PhD, FRCP, the world’s leading expert in mesothelioma.
The Cunniff Lab investigates features of malignant tumor cells that provide a vulnerability that can be exploited through development and use of redox active anti-cancer compounds. We conduct basic science research, compound screening and translational research to support clinical development of new therapies. Dr. Cunniff's research is supported by the NIH, philanthropic donations, and industry sponsorship.
Other Titles, Distinctions and Appointments
January 2026- Honorary Visiting Fellow, Department of Genetics, Genomics and Cancer Sciences University of Leicester, UK
Juckett Faculty Scholar, UVM Cancer Center
2025 Appointed an Honorary Visiting Fellow in the Department of Genetics, Genomics, and Cancer Sciences at the University of Leicester in recognition of his collaboration with Professor Dean Fennell, MBBS, PhD, FRCP, the world’s leading expert in mesothelioma.