Rachel Pearlman

Rachel Pearlman's research focuses on the genetic causes and risk factors of colorectal cancer, particularly early-onset disease that occurs in younger adults. Her work combines genetic studies, large population data analyses, and statistical methods like Mendelian randomization and polygenic risk scores to understand why some people are more likely to develop colorectal cancer and to improve screening and risk prediction. She also studies inherited cancer syndromes, such as mismatch-repair deficiency, that raise cancer risk in families.

Publication output has grown fairly steadily over the last decade, rising from about 4 papers in 2017 to 15-16 per year in 2024-2025.

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