mRNA vaccine triggers fierce immune response

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In a first-ever human clinical trial of four adult patients, an mRNA cancer vaccine developed at UF quickly reprogrammed the immune system to attack glioblastoma.

Jonathan Licht, M.D., named AAAS Fellow

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The honor is among the most distinctive in academia and recognizes extraordinary impact and achievement across disciplines.

Construction underway on mobile screening unit

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The unit is expected to launch this fall.

Ji-Hyun Lee, DrPH, named Nature Medicine advisor

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As a chief statistical advisor, she will facilitate timely, consistent and thorough statistical peer review of clinical trials.

Carolyn Tucker, Ph.D., receives Florida Blue award

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Carolyn Tucker, Ph.D., was recognized for her research, leadership and commitment to her work, her community and her field.

CRISPR test could expand cervical cancer diagnosis

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Harnessing the power of CRISPR gene-editing technology in a new way, UF researchers have created a one-tube testing method targeting DNA from body fluids that has the potential to dramatically increase access to cervical cancer diagnosis.

Breast Cancer Working Group holds social event

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The UF Health Cancer Center’s Breast Cancer Working Group held a successful networking event at the UF College of Medicine – Jacksonville campus on April 19.

UF researchers to study obesity in colorectal cancer

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A team led by Young-Rock Hong, Ph.D., received a three-year grant from the Florida Department of Health to study the relationship between obesity and colorectal cancer.

Summit provides insights on end-of-life care

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Carma Bylund, Ph.D., and Susan Bluck, Ph.D., recently co-hosted the Science of Care Summit at UF.

AI pipeline for identifying molecular interactions

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AI developments in chemical biology led by Alberto Perez, Ph.D., could unlock new types of treatments for diseases like cancer.

Jonathan Licht, M.D., featured on podcast

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Jonathan Licht, M.D., discussed leadership, NCI designation and more on the Oncology Overdrive podcast.

Cancer Researchers on the Rise: Xzaviar Solone

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Xzaviar Solone, M.S., a fifth-year Ph.D. candidate in the Cancer Biology Concentration who works in the lab of Lizi Wu, Ph.D., is the latest researcher featured in our Cancer Researchers on the Rise video series, which highlights up-and-coming researchers at UF.

Solone’s lung cancer research aims to understand the molecular regulation diving the association between LKB1 loss and onset of malignant aggressive behaviors, providing valuable insights to inform future research and therapeutic strategies.

Thank you to our oncology nurse navigators!

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This week is Nurses Week and we are shining a spotlight on our outstanding team of oncology nurse navigators.

“Oncology nursing is one of the more challenging nursing specialties and is often perceived to be sad and depressing. Yes, there are hard days, but with all the advancements in oncology treatments, we are achieving more wins than losses, and we love to celebrate those wins with the patients, no matter how big or small. I consider it an honor and a privilege to navigate care for this patient population, being their guiding light in times of uncertainty, as they are likely facing one of their most vulnerable and fearful times," said Melissa Lynn, M.S.N., R.N., C.C.M., O.C.N., coordinator of the UF Health oncology nurse navigation team.

Upcoming Events

Power Over Colorectal Cancer Gathering

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Join us for a gathering focused on colorectal cancer treatments, prevention and early detection on May 18 at Springhill Church.

Cancer Connections Survivorship Series

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Join us for a special series of lectures throughout June
focused on cancer survivorship. Presented by the UF Health
Cancer Center Office of Community Outreach and Engagement.

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