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Trainees and leaders of the Biostatistics for Research in Genomics and Cancer program.

NCI renews UNC biostatistics training grant in genomics and cancer

The National Cancer Institute has renewed a longstanding training grant that prepares doctoral students to work at the intersection of statistical methodology, genomics and cancer research. Read more

From loss to lab: a high school student at the center of cancer research

High school student Akhil Tumuluri joined a research project in the lab of UNC Lineberger’s Bernard E. Weissman, PhD, and has co-authored a manuscript on NRF2–RAS interactions in cancer. Read more
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Turner awarded $1.4 million DOD grant to study pancreatic cancer nutrition app

Kea Turner, PhD, and colleagues will evaluate a mobile app that helps people with pancreatic cancer and their dietitians exchange information about nutrition and symptoms during cancer treatment. Read more
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What to expect at your mammogram

For people at average risk for breast cancer, experts recommend beginning screening mammograms at the age of 40. Learn more about what to expect before, during and after your mammogram. Read more
A health care provider administers a health test to a patient, who has their arm extended on a table and is wearing an arm cuff.

Beyond the PSA test: New approaches to prostate cancer care at UNC

Oncologists are now combining PSA screening with MRI and MRI-guided biopsies to locate prostate tumors more precisely. This approach can help physicians select more targeted treatments that limit side effects… Read more
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Jensen receives Robert A. Winn Excellence in Clinical Trials Career Development Award

Christopher E. Jensen, MD, received the prestigious, highly competitive two-year award supporting the career development of early-career physician-investigators through advanced training, mentorship and leadership in clinical trials.​ Read more
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