Nehal Parikh

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About Nehal Parikh

With over 20 years of experience in pediatric hematology/oncology, healthcare management, and cancer drug development, I am the Director of Pediatric Phase 1/Developmental Therapeutics at Rutgers Cancer Institute. My academic interest is in NeuroOncology and Solid Tumors. In this role, I oversee the early phase clinical trials of novel oncology compounds and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to advance the translational and clinical research strategy. Previously, I was a Medical Director at Novartis Institutes for BioMedical Research and Zai Labs, where I led the design and execution of first-in-human studies for new cancer therapies. Prior to my time in the pharmaceutical industry, I was the Co-Director of the Division of Hematology/Oncology at Connecticut Children's Medical Center, where I managed the academic, clinical, and educational programs of the division and mentored faculty, staff, and learners. I am passionate about improving the lives of children and young adults with cancer and advancing the science and innovation for pediatric diseases. As a board-certified pediatric hematologist/oncologist and a member of several professional societies and committees, I hope to bring diverse perspectives and experiences to our partnerships, collaborations, and scientific engagements.