Cancer Connections: Christian Jobin, Ph.D.

"How Genotoxic Bacteria Promote Carcinogenesis: The Case of Cytolethal Distending Toxin"

Christian Jobin, Ph.D., co-leader of the UF Health Cancer Center's Immuno-Oncology and Microbiome research program, will discuss how the intestinal microbiota is an intrinsic part of the body and plays a crucial role in metabolism, immunology, and defense. A growing body of literature highlights the microbiota's significant role in carcinogenesis. He will specifically examine the impact of Campylobacter jejuni on the development of colorectal cancer and its associated metastasis.

Cancer Connections brings together cancer patients, survivors, caregivers and cancer health care professionals who treat or provide a service to those affected by cancer. Attendees gain a deeper awareness of current research, treatment options and health care services available for cancer care.