Department of Pathology
Johns Hopkins Medicine
The mission of the Department of Pathology is to discover, disseminate and apply knowledge in the study of disease, to advance the field of human health, and to provide the highest quality of patient care.
Department of Pathology
Johns Hopkins Medicine
The mission of the Department of Pathology is to discover, disseminate and apply knowledge in the study of disease, to advance the field of human health, and to provide the highest quality of patient care.
For Patients
Do you need a second opinion on your pathology diagnosis? Our expert pathologists can help assure you have the most accurate diagnosis.
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For Clinicians
The Johns Hopkins Medical Laboratory provides world-recognized expertise in Surgical Pathology and Cytopathology consultation.
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Latest News
Blood Drives at JHM Campuses Added to Schedule
Apr 2, 2020
COVID-19 Research in Pathology
Mar 24, 2020
Passing of Dr. Belur Bhagavan - UPDATE
Mar 5, 2020
Education at Johns Hopkins Pathology
From web-based microscope unknown slide conferences to brilliantly illustrated and interactive iPad applications, our faculty educate at home and across the globe. Our diverse students are trained to become the next generation of medical and scientific leaders.
Recent Publications
Our department's impact on pathology research is evident: Johns Hopkins Pathology has been the #1 NIH-funded pathology department for 11 of the past 12 years. Below are recent highlighted publications from our department.
Nerves Call the Shots in Bone Repair
Li Z, Meyers CA, Chang L, Lee S, Li Z, Tomlinson R, Hoke A, Clemens TL, James AW. Fracture repair requires TrkA signaling by skeletal sensory nerves. J Clin Invest. 2019 Dec 2;129(12):5137-50.
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Nerves Call the Shots in Bone Repair
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Li Z, Meyers CA, Chang L, Lee S, Li Z, Tomlinson R, Hoke A, Clemens TL, James AW. Fracture repair requires TrkA signaling by skeletal sensory nerves. J Clin Invest. 2019 Dec 2;129(12):5137-50.
Powered by CRISPR-CAS9 screen: New Insight on ALS/FTD
Cheng W, Wang S, Zhang Z, Morgens DW, Hayes LR, Lee S, Portz B, Xie Y, Nguyen BV, Haney MS, Yan S, Dong D, Coyne AN, Yang J, Xian F, Cleveland DW, Qiu Z, Rothstein JD, Shorter J, Gao FB, Bassik MC, Sun S. CRISPR-Cas9 screens identify the RNA helicase DDX3X as a repressor of C9ORF72 (GGGGCC)n repeat-associated non-AUG translation. Neuron 2019 Dec;104(5):885-98.e8.
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Powered by CRISPR-CAS9 screen: New Insight on ALS/FTD
Faculty Bio
Cheng W, Wang S, Zhang Z, Morgens DW, Hayes LR, Lee S, Portz B, Xie Y, Nguyen BV, Haney MS, Yan S, Dong D, Coyne AN, Yang J, Xian F, Cleveland DW, Qiu Z, Rothstein JD, Shorter J, Gao FB, Bassik MC, Sun S. CRISPR-Cas9 screens identify the RNA helicase DDX3X as a repressor of C9ORF72 (GGGGCC)n repeat-associated non-AUG translation. Neuron 2019 Dec;104(5):885-98.e8.
Untangling the Link Between mTORC1 and Lysosomal Biogenesis
Asrani K, Murali S, Lam B, Na CH, Phatak P, Sood A, Kaur H, Khan Z, Noë M, Anchoori RK, Talbot CC Jr, Smith B, Skaro M, Lotan TL. mTORC1 feedback to AKT modulates lysosomal biogenesis through MiT/TFE regulation. J Clin Invest. 2019 Dec;129(12):5584-99.
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Untangling the Link Between mTORC1 and Lysosomal Biogenesis
Faculty Bio
Asrani K, Murali S, Lam B, Na CH, Phatak P, Sood A, Kaur H, Khan Z, Noë M, Anchoori RK, Talbot CC Jr, Smith B, Skaro M, Lotan TL. mTORC1 feedback to AKT modulates lysosomal biogenesis through MiT/TFE regulation. J Clin Invest. 2019 Dec;129(12):5584-99.
Grand Rounds
Each Monday at 8:30 am, the Department of Pathology hosts a series of speakers to discuss advancements in the field of disease diagnosis and treatment.
Next Session
Cancer Control in the 21st Century and Disparities in Health - Otis W. Brawley, M.D.
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