John Kovach

John S. Kovach, MD founded Lixte and has been its sole administrative officer. Dr. Kovach has directed leading National Cancer Institute—designated Comprehensive Cancer Centers at Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota and City of Hope National Medical Center, Los Angeles, California. He has extensive experience in medical oncology, anti-cancer drug pharmacology, and in applied medical research, particularly, the early evaluation of new anti-cancer drugs and the development and management of multi-disciplinary highly productive cancer research teams. Dr. Kovach, in consultation with Lixte's advisors and board, is responsible for the selection and prioritization of the scientific directions and goals of Lixte.