Dr. Janet Rowley is internationally recognized for her work on genetic abnormalities in leukemia and lymphoma. In 1972, she discovered a chromosomal translocation in acute myelogenous leukemia, the first time translocations were discovered in any human cancer. Dr. Rowley's continuing research in this area has led to a better understanding of the pathogenesis, diagnosis, and treatment of cancer. Among her many honors, she has received two of ASH's highest awards: the Dameshek Prize and the Stratton Medal. Dr. Rowley is currently the Blum-Riese Distinguished Service Professor at the University of Chicago.