The Junior Purple Society-The University of Arizona Chapter

The Junior Purple Society-The University of Arizona Chapter The Junior Purple Society is a University of Arizona club dedicated to helping accomplish The Purple Society's core mission.

The Junior Purple Society at the University of Arizona is a University of Arizona club dedicated to helping accomplish The Purple Society's core mission of connecting families of childhood cancer patients worldwide with resources, hope, and inspiration; while raising money to fund private cancer studies.

A Look at Liver Cancer RESEARCH
10/17/2019

A Look at Liver Cancer RESEARCH

As Greek mythology tells us, the titan Prometheus was punished by the gods for giving fire to man. His sentence? Eternal torture. Each day, an eagle would eat his liver, which would grow back overnight, ready to be devoured by the eagle again the next day. The liver’s ability to regenerate presuma...

Bringing Awareness to Breast Cancer in October RESEARCH
10/11/2019

Bringing Awareness to Breast Cancer in October RESEARCH

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Several articles in AACR journals have examined current issues in the treatment of breast cancer.

Frontiers in Cancer Science: the Singapore Cancer Conference RESEARCH
10/10/2019

Frontiers in Cancer Science: the Singapore Cancer Conference RESEARCH

A conference in Singapore will explore Frontiers in Cancer Science. For the first year, the AACR will sponsor travel awards for meritorious presenters.

Talking Tamales: A Culturally Tailored Health Education Strategy RESEARCH
10/08/2019

Talking Tamales: A Culturally Tailored Health Education Strategy RESEARCH

How can NCI-designated cancer centers play a role in reducing cancer health disparities. Here are some creative programs that seek to close the gap.

AACR Grants Program Funds Diverse Range of Cancer Research RESEARCH
10/07/2019

AACR Grants Program Funds Diverse Range of Cancer Research RESEARCH

In 2019, the AACR awarded more than $12.5 million in grants to support innovative and impactful cancer research projects.

Use of Pembrolizumab Expanded to 13th Type of Cancer in Five Years RESEARCH
10/01/2019

Use of Pembrolizumab Expanded to 13th Type of Cancer in Five Years RESEARCH

The immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab (Keytruda) has been approved for five years. Recently, the drug was approved for its 13th use.

AACR Meeting Highlights Recent Advances in Pediatric Cancer Research RESEARCH
09/30/2019

AACR Meeting Highlights Recent Advances in Pediatric Cancer Research RESEARCH

September is Pediatric Cancer Awareness Month. The AACR hosted a conference on the latest research in pediatric cancer including targeted therapeutics.

From the Journals: Editors’ Picks for September RESEARCH
09/27/2019

From the Journals: Editors’ Picks for September RESEARCH

This month's Editors' Picks features 10 articles from journals published by the AACR. These articles are freely available for a limited time.

Learning Lessons From Diverse Populations RESEARCH
09/24/2019

Learning Lessons From Diverse Populations RESEARCH

Those who conduct research in cancer health disparities can learn valuable lessons from connecting with the populations they are trying to serve.

How Can We Encourage Minorites to Join Cancer Clinical Trials? RESEARCH
09/22/2019

How Can We Encourage Minorites to Join Cancer Clinical Trials? RESEARCH

In the effort to include more diverse patient populations in clinical trials, good intentions can easily go awry. Panelists in the “Addressing Advocacy at the Bench: Implementing Change” session held Sunday ...

Examining Cancer Health Disparities in the LGBTQ Community RESEARCH
09/22/2019

Examining Cancer Health Disparities in the LGBTQ Community RESEARCH

The injustices come in many ways. A transgender woman is admitted to the hospital for cancer treatment. Her physicians decide to wean her from the hormones that have enabled her to ...

“It Doesn’t Have to be This Way”: Targeting Cancer Health Disparities RESEARCH
09/21/2019

“It Doesn’t Have to be This Way”: Targeting Cancer Health Disparities RESEARCH

The AACR's conference on cancer health disparities kicks off in San Francisco. Why are there disparities in cancer incidence and mortality?

Address

Tucson, AZ

Telephone

+16023267723

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when The Junior Purple Society-The University of Arizona Chapter posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The University

Send a message to The Junior Purple Society-The University of Arizona Chapter:

Shortcuts

Share

Category