Kirsi Rautajoki
University Lecturer, previous surename: Granberg
Faculty of Medicine and Health Technology | Biomedicine
Fields of expertise
I aim at increasing the understanding of malignancy and nonfunctional immune system in the tumor microenvironment as well as at generating better treatment options for brain tumor and prostate cancer patients. My research focuses on immuno-oncology, epigenetics, and gene regulatory networks.
Main positions of trust
The cofounder and the chair of Finnish Brain Tumor Research Association (FiBTRA). Acted as a president of Scandinavian Society of Neuro-Oncologyn (SNOG) 2018-2022. Both associations aim to increase interaction and collaboration beween the experts in the field. Member of the scientific board of FICAN Mid Tays Cancer Center and deputy member of Tampere Brain & Mind Steering Group.