Jennifer Elston Lafata Archives

A team of UNC-Chapel Hill researchers has received nearly $10 million in funding to develop the Cancer Identification and Precision Oncology Center.

Physician Bill Wood meets with a patient in a clinic exam room.

Bill Wood, MD, MPH, is using real-world data to help make cancer patients’ health care journeys smoother and less stressful.

A study by UNC researchers has demonstrated that text messaging is an effective and well-received tool to communicate about colorectal cancer screening.

Exteriors of the UNC Lineberger and Marsico Hall buildings.

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is recognizing 118 UNC Lineberger staff and faculty members who will be celebrating a service milestone this year.

Jennifer Elston Lafata, PhD, will conduct research in partnership with the Henry Ford Health System in Detroit and in collaboration with community, patient and family advisors.

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UNC researchers awarded up to $10M to leverage data science to accelerate cancer diagnosis and optimize delivery of precision oncology

Helping patients navigate cancer through treatment and beyond

Text messaging proves effective in communicating about colorectal cancer screening, promoting shared decision-making

Celebrating nearly 15 centuries of service

Lafata awarded $750,000 grant to study virtual cancer visits and equity and disparities issues