Week of Events
The Cell Biology of Lipid Homeostasis: From Lipid Droplets to Lipotoxicity
The Cell Biology of Lipid Homeostasis: From Lipid Droplets to Lipotoxicity
James Olzmann, PhD; Associate Professor, UC Berkeley; Investigator, Chan Zuckerberg Biohub. The Olzmann lab uses systems biology, chemical biology, and cell biology to study lipotoxicity and lipid homeostasis. They recently discovered a novel pathway for suppressing ferroptosis in diverse cancer cell types, which was published in Nature. Trainees can sign up for lunch by emailing Janice Warrford at … Read more
Caregiver Support Group
Caregiver Support Group
This group offers support for those currently providing care to a loved one. Hear about effective caregiving and share experiences in comfortable surroundings. The facilitator has led caregiver support groups for more than 30 years. No registration necessary, just come! The group meets every Monday in the Sunroom at the SECU Hospice Home in Pittsboro. … Read more
Glasshalfull Fundraiser
Glasshalfull Fundraiser
Every Tuesday, Glasshalfull in Carrboro donates 10 percent of their sales to UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center. Drop in for a glass of wine or dinner for a great cause! Glasshalfull is a contemporary American restaurant, bar, and wine shop located in Carrboro, North Carolina. Its food selection is influenced by the cuisine of the … Read more
Widowed Mothers Support Group
Widowed Mothers Support Group
This support group is for mothers after the loss of a spouse. The group focuses on helping your children cope, adjusting your role as a parent, and coping with your own grief. The group meets on the first Tuesday of each month, and dinner is provided. You are welcome to bring your children. They will … Read more
Breast Cancer Support for Young Women
Breast Cancer Support for Young Women
Support group for women ages 18 to 45 with breast cancer. For more information, please email Michelle Manning at mmanning@unc.edu
Impact of chemotherapy on the immune contexture of breast cancer
Impact of chemotherapy on the immune contexture of breast cancer
Justin Balko, PharmD, PhD; Associate Professor, Medicine, Pathology, Microbiology & Immunology, Vanderbilt University Medical Center. Hosted by Charles Perou, PhD.
Paul A. Godley Health Equity Symposium
Paul A. Godley Health Equity Symposium
The UNC School of Medicine, UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center, UNC Gillings School of Global Public Health, and UNC Center for Health Equity Research are hosting the Inaugural Paul A. Godley Health Equity Symposium to bring together faculty, staff, students, and the community to highlight and encourage health equity research; promote collaboration and networking; and encourage strategic planning and … Read more