In January 2024, the HTSF Will be receiving the T7 sequencing system by Complete Genomics. This new system optimizes the efficiency and productivity of the whole genome, deep exome, epigenome, transcriptome, single-cell omics, spatial omics, and other large sequencing projects while ensuring flexibility by providing four independent flow cells. We are hosting a workshop to … Read more
Summary of Seminar: Understanding angiogenesis, similar to other physiological processes, requires identifying multiple cell, system, and environmental interactions. A challenge is identifying these dynamics when you cannot observe them using traditional experimental approaches. Fundamental questions still remain unanswered. What cells are involved? Where do cells come from? Where do cells go? This presentation will highlight … Read more
Alternative Treatments for Keratinocyte Malignancies Puneet Singh Jolly, MD, PhD Keratinocyte neoplasms are by far the most common malignancy in the world. While surgical treatments remain the most common and most effective therapy, there are numerous emerging non-surgical techniques. We will discuss these and the rationale for using such treatments, particularly in specific challenging clinical scenarios. Webinar … Read more
Join the Department of Health Sciences for its final Research Forum of 2023. This is a hybrid event. Essie Torres, PhD, MPH, the Director of Workforce Strategy and Community Partnerships in the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research at UNC, will speak about community engagement in research at UNC. The event will be held … Read more
Dr. Plosa’s research program investigates the role of cell-extracellular matrix (ECM) interactions during lung development, alveolar homeostasis, and repair. Her lab has developed organ specific models that are combined with state-of-the-art cell biological techniques to define fundamental mechanisms whereby integrins regulate epithelial cell behavior in both health and disease. Her laboratory has previously shown that … Read more
CAR-T: An Overview of Chimeric Antigen Receptor Therapy Megan McElfresh, PA-C • , • , Webinar Flyer Live Webinar December 13 4:00 – 5:00 PM Free Continuing Education Credit available: NCPD/CNE This webinar is a part of the Advanced Practice Provider webinar series with the UNC Lineberger Cancer Network.
The Gut Microbiota and Colon Cancer January 8, 2024 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_8G5HM5sTRfOKUVA7EjK0bQ Wendy Garrett, PhD Irene Heinz Given Professor of Immunology and Infectious Diseases Harvard T. H. Chan School of Public Health Boston, MA. The Gut Microbiota Colon Cancer. Register to Attend via Zoom Webinar
Justin Sperlazza is a pediatric oncologist working on understanding how chromatin-directed therapeutics can influence tumor susceptibility to immunotherapy, particularly CAR-T therapy, in Ewing’s Sarcoma. Please contact childrensresearch@med.unc.edu for Zoom details. In person, 3116 Mary Ellen Jones & Zoom option. Children's Research Institute 919-962-3424 https://www.med.unc.edu/childrensresearch/ childrensresearch@med.unc.edu
Navigating Serious Illness with Palliative Care and Hospice Jared Lowe, MD, HMDC This webinar will define serious illness and discuss strategies to support patients with a primary focus on reviewing the services of palliative care and hospice care. Webinar Flyer Live Webinar January 10 12:00 – 1:00 PM Free Continuing Education Credit available: CME • NCPD/CNE • … Read more
Register now for the Spring 2024 Faculty Mentor Training, beginning January 12. This series, offered by the Center for Faculty Excellence (CFE) and TEAM ADVANCE, equips faculty to effectively mentor early-career colleagues across diverse backgrounds using the Center for the Improvement of Mentored Experiences in Research’s (CIMER) acclaimed Entering Mentoring framework. Open to all faculty, the … Read more
Join NC TraCS for a monthly seminar series focused on healthcare data science. The January 2024 seminar will kick-off the series with an introduction to the TraCS Data Science Lab (TDSL) from Peter Leese, the director and lead scientist of the lab. In this seminar, Leese will introduce the TDSL, its mission, and how researchers … Read more
Ever wondered how doctors think about diseases, current therapies, and groundbreaking research? Mini Medical School is being brought to you for its fifth year by UNC’s MD/PhD program. The goal of Mini Med School is to provide the local community with a look at how physicians approach diseases and medically-focused issues and what kind of … Read more
