The Jackson Laboratory

Jul

16

2026

About

On July 16, guests gathered for a firsthand look at research-driven solutions that are transforming our approach to some of the most significant human health challenges of our time. Attendees learned about the pioneering work and strategic partnerships at JAX that are advancing better treatments and cures for Parkinson's disease and cancer, while creating new pathways for faster, safer drug development for patients in need.

The program highlighted how this groundbreaking work has been strengthened through JAX's union with The New York Stem Cell Foundation (NYSCF), building on NYSCF's 20-year commitment to patient advocacy and accelerating scientific discovery through expanded collaboration and expertise.

With world-class scientific talent, resources, and expertise brought together at JAX, attendees gained insight into innovations that are shaping the future of biomedical research and human health. We were honored to share these exciting advancements and the impact they will have on patients and families for years to come. Watch the full recording below!

View the 2026 Forum for Discovery program

Questions? Contact [email protected]. Stay tuned for more information on our 2027 Forum for Discovery!

Meet the Speakers

Philip  Brooks, M.D.

Philip Brooks, M.D.

Physician, Eastern Maine Medical Center Cancer Care

Meet Philip
Lon Cardon, Ph.D., FMedSci

Lon Cardon, Ph.D., FMedSci

President and CEO

Meet Lon
Mary Dickinson, Ph.D.

Mary Dickinson, Ph.D.

Executive Vice President and Chief Scientific Officer

Meet Mary
Cora Fahy

Cora Fahy

Patient Advocate, Breast Cancer Survivor

Meet Cora
Christine Lin Egli

Christine Lin Egli

Vice President, Advancement

Meet Christine
Matt Mahoney, Ph.D.

Matt Mahoney, Ph.D.

Principal Computational Scientist

Meet Matt
Daniel Paull, Ph.D.

Daniel Paull, Ph.D.

Scientific Director, JAX-NYSCF and Vice President, Discovery & Platform Development

Meet Daniel
Jens Rueter, M.D.

Jens Rueter, M.D.

Chief Medical Officer, JAX; Medical Director, MCGI

Meet Jens

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