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March 5, 2024
News
Carnahan Joins AACR Early Career Hill Day
University of Illinois Cancer Center Research Scientist Leslie Carnahan, PhD, was in Washington to take part in the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) ninth Annual Early Career Hill Day…
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February 27, 2024
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Community Advocates, Cancer Center Leaders at State Capitol
A cadre of community advocates and University of Illinois Cancer Center leaders and staff traveled to the Illinois State Capitol to show support for proposed legislation that aligns with the…
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June 26, 2023
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Jain Wraps Up White House Trip
University of Illinois Cancer Center member Shikha Jain, MD, FACP, was in Washington last week for an event at the White House and she met with Illinois Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi…
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February 14, 2023
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In Memoriam
Russell G. Hopkins, a staunch advocate for community engagement in academic health research and a member of the University of Illinois Cancer Center’s Community Advisory Board, has died after multiple…
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March 21, 2022
Podcasts
Oncology Overdrive: Advancements in the Field of Oncology with…
In this episode, Aaron Gerds, MD, discusses his work on clinical trials and suggestions to improve the process, the impact of COVID on these trials, and his involvement in ASH Clinical News.
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March 16, 2022
Members Shape New Illinois Comprehensive Cancer Control Plan
The 2022-2027 Illinois Comprehensive Cancer Control Plan incorporates a unique community engagement strategy that was developed by nearly a dozen University of Illinois Cancer Center members and staff. The engagement…
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March 7, 2022
It’s Game On in Fight Against Colorectal Cancer
The second annual “Screening Madness” tips off on March 13. The Big Ten Cancer Research Consortium is teaming with the Blue Hat Foundation to leverage the National Collegiate Athletic Association’s…
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February 17, 2022
Podcasts
Oncology Overdrive: Improving Clinical Trial Infrastructure with…
In this episode, Aaron Gerds, MD, discusses his work on clinical trials and suggestions to improve the process, the impact of COVID on these trials, and his involvement in ASH Clinical News.
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