James R. Downing, MD
Member, Faculty
St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
James R. Downing, MD, is the president and chief executive officer at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. View Full Bio.
POSTS By James R. Downing, MD
Expanding the St. Jude strategic plan to $12.9 billion helps further advance its mission
| Jul 15, 2022Dr. James R. Downing details how St. Jude strategic plan expansion aims to accelerate research and treatment for childhood catastrophic diseases.
Learn moreWe can – we will – accelerate progress globally
| Apr 27, 2021St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital is launching the largest strategic investment in its nearly 60-year history, committing $11.5 billion during the next six years to accelerate research and treatment globally for children with catastrophic diseases.
Learn moreGene therapy: Scientific breakthrough and a legacy of a cure
| May 8, 2019Read about the work from a goal – to a treatment – to a cure – and one scientist’s legacy.
Learn moreGenetic testing in childhood cancer: a Pediatric Cancer Genome Project update
| Apr 19, 2018Germline mutations can contribute to leukemia, retinoblastoma, and other pediatric cancers. Learn about advancements in the first landmark effort specifically designed to better understand these mutations and develop novel treatment methods.
Learn moreBecoming the best pediatric cancer hospital for our patients
| Sep 1, 2017Find out what makes St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital the best pediatric cancer hospital in the nation.
Learn moreOn the shoulders of a giant
| Mar 28, 2017To honor our past and future, St. Jude dedicates the Donald Pinkel, MD, Research Tower to recognize the institution’s first president and director.
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