Advancing the understanding of pediatric brain tumors and cancer biology

Research by Our Scientific Founders

SLHM Therapeutics’ scientific founders have contributed to peer-reviewed research advancing the understanding of cancer and pediatric brain tumors, including medulloblastoma.

Biography

Michael D. Taylor, MD, PhD

Dr. Michael D. Taylor is a pediatric neurosurgeon-scientist and an internationally recognized leader in pediatric brain tumor research. His work focuses on the molecular genetics, developmental origins, progression, and treatment of medulloblastoma and other childhood brain tumors.

Publications

Journal and year:

Nature Cell Biology, 2025

Metastatic medulloblastoma remodels the local leptomeningeal microenvironment to promote further metastatic colonization and growth

This research examines how metastatic medulloblastoma changes the environment surrounding the brain and spinal cord in ways that support additional tumor growth and spread. Dr. Taylor served as the senior and corresponding author.

Journal and year:

Nature Genetics, 2025

ZIC1 is a context-dependent medulloblastoma driver in the rhombic lip

This study investigates how the ZIC1 gene can contribute to the development of medulloblastoma within a specific region and stage of cerebellar development. Dr. Taylor served as a senior and corresponding author.

Journal and year:

Nature Cell Biology, 2024

A group 3 medulloblastoma stem cell program is maintained by a CLIC1–AXL signaling axis

This study identifies a signaling mechanism that helps aggressive Group 3 medulloblastoma cells maintain stem-cell-like properties associated with tumor growth, survival, and recurrence.

Journal and year:

Cancer Research, 2024

3D genome topology distinguishes molecular subgroups of medulloblastoma

This research examines how the three-dimensional organization of DNA differs among medulloblastoma subgroups and may help explain important differences in tumor biology and behavior.

Selected Academic Publications

Publication 1

Journal and year:

Nature Cell Biology, 2025

Metastatic medulloblastoma remodels the local leptomeningeal microenvironment to promote further metastatic colonization and growth

This research examines how metastatic medulloblastoma changes the environment surrounding the brain and spinal cord in ways that support additional tumor growth and spread. Dr. Taylor served as the senior and corresponding author.

Publication 2

Journal and year:

Nature Genetics, 2025

ZIC1 is a context-dependent medulloblastoma driver in the rhombic lip

This study investigates how the ZIC1 gene can contribute to the development of medulloblastoma within a specific region and stage of cerebellar development. Dr. Taylor served as a senior and corresponding author.

Publication 3

Journal and year:

Nature Cell Biology, 2024

A group 3 medulloblastoma stem cell program is maintained by a CLIC1–AXL signaling axis

This study identifies a signaling mechanism that helps aggressive Group 3 medulloblastoma cells maintain stem-cell-like properties associated with tumor growth, survival, and recurrence.

Publication 4

Journal and year:

Cancer Research, 2024

3D genome topology distinguishes molecular subgroups of medulloblastoma

This research examines how the three-dimensional organization of DNA differs among medulloblastoma subgroups and may help explain important differences in tumor biology and behavior.

Biography

Anindya Bagchi, PhD

Dr. Anindya Bagchi is a cancer geneticist whose research examines the genetic and molecular mechanisms that contribute to cancer development and progression. His work includes the study of genomic alterations, gene regulation, cancer dependencies, and potential therapeutic vulnerabilities.

Research by Our Scientific Founders

Journal and year:

Developmental Cell, 2025

Publication 1

A forward genetic screen identifies potassium channel essentiality in SHH medulloblastoma maintenance

This study identifies potassium-channel dependencies that appear to play an important role in maintaining sonic hedgehog, or SHH, medulloblastoma. The findings highlight biological vulnerabilities that may inform the development of future therapeutic strategies. Dr. Bagchi contributed to the research as a coauthor.

Disclaimer

The publications and external profiles referenced on this page represent academic research conducted by the individual investigators and their collaborators. They are provided for scientific background and do not necessarily describe research sponsored by SLHM Therapeutics or the company’s current programs, product candidates, intellectual property, or proprietary technology.