When a breast cancer oncologist becomes a breast cancer patient
Jennifer Litton, M.D., knows more than most about breast cancer. As a breast medical oncologist and MD Anderson’s chief clinical research officer, she oversees the world’s largest cancer clinical trials program, which includes many trials that determine the latest and best treatments for breast cancer patients. She herself has led multiple clinical trials that have changed the way oncologists treat breast cancer today.
And in fall...
Leveraging lessons from cancer immunotherapy to develop better treatments for autoimmunity
Immunotherapy has transformed cancer treatment, helping countless patients live longer, healthier lives. But researchers are continuing to...
How an electrical engineer is making a big impact on cancer research
Xiling Shen, Ph.D., was an electrical engineering professor when a landmark discovery prompted him to shift the focus of his work and dedicate...
What are neutrophils?
If you’ve ever looked at the results of a blood test, you may have noticed a neutrophil count. Neutrophils are a common type of white blood cell that play a critical role in the immune system.
They’re important to cancer patients for several reasons. Neutrophils provide a key window into an individual’s health and play a crucial role in fighting infections. When your neutrophil levels are too low, it’s called neutropenia and puts...
Using math to answer cancer’s biggest questions
One of the most important parts of science is asking the right questions. As an engineer trying to break into medical research, Joseph Butner...
4 questions with immunology researcher Susan Bullman
Susan Bullman, Ph.D., has studied bacteria and how it contributes to cancer for decades. Her research led her from her home in Ireland and...
Committed to making cervical cancer screening easier
When it comes to eliminating cervical cancer, prevention and screening are vital. Behavioral science and cancer researcher Jane Montealegre...
Finding hope for cancer patients in ferroptosis research
Guang Lei, M.D., Ph.D., spends his days in a lab studying ferroptosis, a type of programmed cell death.
But it’s not a love of science...
Gastrointestinal medical oncologist and researcher driven to help patients live longer
Van Morris, M.D., is driven to offer more to patients.
“I am reminded every day about the opportunities for improving treatments for...
Using multi-omics to advance ovarian cancer treatment
Every day on her way to her lab, Sammy Ferri-Borgogno, Ph.D., passed through the oncology waiting room. Seeing the faces, observing the interactions...