Bioinformatics & Computational Biology
Han Liang, Ph.D.
Department Chair ad interim
Artificial intelligence and high-throughput profiling technologies have revolutionized modern cancer research, enabling discoveries at an unprecedented scale and speed. In this transformative era, our department stands at the forefront of innovation, harnessing these powerful tools to better understand cancer biology and to translate data into meaningful clinical impact.
We are a vibrant community of nearly 100 faculty members, trainees and classified employees, united by a single mission: Making Cancer History?. Our department is committed to three core goals:
- Building a top-tier academic program in bioinformatics and computational biology, fostering cutting-edge research and innovation
- Providing world-class bioinformatics support to our collaborators across MD Anderson, ensuring that data-driven insights accelerate discoveries and improve patient outcomes
- Developing an outstanding educational program to train the next generation of data scientists who will lead the future of cancer research
Through collaboration, creativity and dedication, we strive to advance cancer systems biology, empower translational discoveries and inspire future leaders in the field and transform data into cures, together. Learn more about research within the department
Data into cures
Han Liang, Ph.D., FAAAS, FAIMBE
Professor & Chair Ad Interim
Barnhart Family Distinguished Professor, Targeted Therapies
I invite you to explore our department, meet our talented team and join us as we push the boundaries of science and medicine.
Recent Honors and Recognitions
2025
Professor Han Liang received the AACR Outstanding Achievement Award for Basic Cancer Research (April 2025).
Professor John N. Weinstein was elected as a Fellow of the AACR Academy (April 2025).
Professor Ken Chen was elected as a Fellow of the American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering (AIMBE) (March 2025).