UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center is hosting its 47th annual scientific symposium, “Pancreatic Cancer: From Discovery to the Clinic,” on May 21-22 at the Friday Center for Continuing Education in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. The symposium is free and will feature 15 talks on the latest in pancreatic cancer basic, translational and clinical research by faculty at … Read more
Please join the NC TraCS Institute as Tomas McIntee, PhD, a Research Data Scientist with the TraCS Data Science Lab, discusses strategies for deploying and using open-source, large language models (LLMs) for research. This month's seminar is a more advanced follow-up to April's seminar focused on using ChatGPT and similar tools. ----- Seminars in the NC … Read more
UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center is hosting its 47th annual scientific symposium, “Pancreatic Cancer: From Discovery to the Clinic,” on May 21-22 at the Friday Center for Continuing Education in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. The symposium is free and will feature 15 talks on the latest in pancreatic cancer basic, translational and clinical research by faculty at … Read more
Radiation therapy is an integral part of cancer treatment across many disease sites, but the locoregional control benefits must be weighed against the potential toxicities. During this webinar, Kevin Pearlstein, MD, will review the role of radiation in cancer care including basic radiobiologic principles, logistics, and toxicities. He will discuss several recent studies examining the … Read more
The Selective Use of Radiation in Solid Malignancies Kevin Pearlstein, MD Radiation therapy is an integral part of cancer treatment across many disease sites, but the locoregional control benefits must be weighed against the potential toxicities. During this webinar, Kevin Pearlstein, MD, will review the role of radiation in cancer care including basic radiobiologic principles, logistics, … Read more
The NC TraCS Institute's new cycle of Clinical and Translational Science (CTS) Pilot funding has been announced. Proposals are due August 13, 2024. First released in 2022, CTS Pilots are focused on translational science. In preparation for this cycle of CTS Pilots, NC TraCS is holding 1-hour information sessions for investigators interested in learning more about this funding … Read more
The NC TraCS Institute's new cycle of Clinical and Translational Science (CTS) Pilot funding has been announced. Proposals are due August 13, 2024. First released in 2022, CTS Pilots are focused on translational science. In preparation for this cycle of CTS Pilots, NC TraCS is holding 1-hour information sessions for investigators interested in learning more about this … Read more
School of Medicine Community Mix and Mingle event. Wine, cheese, music and experiences will surround. Community and social connection are significant contributors to our mental health and well-being, in honor of Mental Health Awareness month, the Taking Care of Our Own Program, Department of Psychiatry and Office of Faculty Affairs have sought to intentionally create … Read more
Myrtle Davis, DVM, PhD Scientific Vice President, Discovery Toxicology Bristol Myers Squibb Seminar title: “Questions that Matter: The value of Toxicology in All Sectors” The Curtis Harper Commitee Chair: Tony Baines UNC Pharmacology Event Contact: Mimi Baltz (my.le@unc.edu) Location: 2204 MBRB (Molecular Biomedical Research Building) 111 Mason Farm Rd. Chapel Hill, North Carolina 27599 United States … Read more
Myrtle Davis, DVM, PhD Scientific Vice President, Discovery Toxicology Bristol Myers Squibb Seminar title: “Questions that Matter: The value of Toxicology in All Sectors” Location: G202 MBRB (Molecular Biomedical Research Building) 111 Mason Farm Rd. Chapel Hill, North Carolina 27599 United States Map It Please join us and show support for our seminar speakers! Reception … Read more
Medication-Related Osteonecrosis of the Jaws Ricardo Padilla, DDS This seminar will review the causes, risk factors, pathophysiology, clinical presentation, and possible treatment options for medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaws as it relates to cancer patients. It will also include strategies to decrease the risk of developing this debilitating condition. Webinar Flyer Live Webinar June 12 12:00 – … Read more
Anemia and Thrombocytopenia Basics Nancy Vogler, AGPCNP-BC Nancy Vogler, AGPCNP-BC, will discuss the common types of anemia and thrombocytopenia, common causes of each, how the non-hematology provider can best manage patients with anemia and/or thrombocytopenia, and when to refer to hematology. Webinar Flyer Live Webinar June 19 4:00 – 5:00 PM Free Continuing Education Credit available: CME … Read more