Denis Akan

Denis Akan is a highly experienced scientist specializing in mechanistic pharmacology, currently serving as a Senior Scientist at Cancer Research Horizons since January 2021. With a strong background in cell biology and drug discovery, Denis has held significant roles including Senior Scientist at Horizon Discovery and Postdoctoral Research Fellow at Vanderbilt University. Education includes a Ph.D. in Molecular Pharmacology from The Institute of Cancer Research and an M.Sc. in Molecular Medicine from Imperial College London. Denis began a career in research with a B.Sc. in Biology from the University of Nottingham and has contributed to various prestigious institutions throughout the professional journey.