Shuji Ogino

Shuji Ogino is the head of the Program in Epidemiology and Molecular Pathology at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, and he is known for his significant contributions to cancer research, particularly in understanding the links between diet and cancer risk. His recent work focuses on the role of probiotics, specifically the Bifidobacterium bacteria found in yogurt, in preventing colorectal cancer. Ogino emphasizes the importance of long-term dietary studies to establish health outcomes and has been involved in extensive research using data from large cohort studies, which have provided valuable insights into the relationship between yogurt consumption and reduced cancer risk.