SUMMARY
Mine Cicek, Ph.D., is a molecular cancer genetic epidemiologist who has spent more than a decade studying cancer susceptibility genes for prostate, colon and ovarian cancers.
Dr. Cicek contributes her expertise to research studies and clinical trials through her roles overseeing biospecimen collection, processing and storage. She continuously advances new knowledge and technology to improve best practices for biospecimen use and management.
Focus areas
Dr. Cicek has leadership roles in several biorepositories and biospecimen initiatives that play a vital role in research, including cancer research and clinical trials. She is the director of Mayo Clinic Bioservices, the Biospecimen Accessioning and Processing Core and the Biospecimen Accessioning and Processing Shared Resource within Mayo Clinic Comprehensive Cancer Center.
Dr. Cicek also is the director of the Biorepositories Program. The Biorepositories Program, which is positioned within the Office of Core Shared Services, is recognized nationally and internationally for its capabilities and state-of-the-art facility.
The program provides pre-analytic laboratory services, including:
- Collection, processing, storage, distribution and management of all types of biospecimens.
- Histology-related services, including immunohistochemistry, tissue microarray construction, digital imaging and laser capture microdissection.
Significance to patient care
Dr. Cicek's work helps researchers get the biological samples and resources they need to make important discoveries. These discoveries can lead to new and better ways to prevent, diagnose and treat disease. Through her leadership, Dr. Cicek helps move promising research forward so scientific advances can reach patients and address important healthcare needs.
Professional highlights
- David F. and Margaret T. Grohne Director, Biorepositories Program, Mayo Clinic, 2022-present.