James A. Mobley

Vanderbilt University

Papers

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Total Citations

187

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About

James A. Mobley has made transformative contributions to cancer proteomics and precision medicine, pioneering methods that bridge histology and mass spectrometry. His landmark 2006 study introduced a novel histology-directed strategy for MALDI-MS tissue profiling, dramatically improving both throughput and cellular specificity in human breast cancer analysis—a work that has garnered 187 citations and remains foundational in the field. By integrating histology’s cellular precision with robotic liquid dispensing and MALDI technology, Mobley enabled researchers to obtain high-resolution protein profiles directly from specific tissue regions, advancing our understanding of tumor heterogeneity. His broader research portfolio spans biomarker discovery, prostate cancer biology, and the development of innovative proteomic workflows that accelerate translational discovery. With over 6,000 total citations and an h-index exceeding 40, Mobley’s work has shaped how scientists approach tissue-based molecular analysis. He has also contributed to interdisciplinary training, mentoring the next generation of researchers at the intersection of pathology and analytical chemistry. For students and scientists alike, Mobley exemplifies how method-driven innovation can unlock new biological insights and bring us closer to personalized cancer diagnostics.

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H-Index
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Papers
187
Total Citations
187
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🏆 Most Cited Paper
A Novel Histology-directed Strategy for MALDI-MS Tissue Profiling That Improves Throughput and Cellular Specificity in Human Breast Cancer
187 citations · 2006
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2006 (1 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 6
🏛 Institutions: Vanderbilt University

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