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Breast cancer trainees honoured at London’s Oncology Research & Education Day

London’s 12th annual Oncology Research & Education Day was held on June 26, 2015. This city-wide event showcases the breadth of oncology research at Western University, ranging from basic research

Executive Director Says “Goodbye”

I believe this is the most difficult blog that I have ever written; there are tears in my eyes and a smile on my face! As I head into retirement

Finding the best cancer medication for your budget

In a climate of escalating drug costs – when a month’s supply of cancer medication can run into thousands of dollars – it’s critical for decision makers to maximize health

Investigating the role of fibulin-3 in breast cancer metastasis

Hi! My name is Michelle Noonan and I’m a second-year MSc candidate in the Department of Physiology and Pharmacology at Western University. I work in the laboratory of Dr. Moshmi

Investigating how breast cancer spreads to the skeleton

Hello everyone! My name is Graciella Pio and I’m an MSc student in the Department of Anatomy and Cell Biology at Western University. I work under the supervision of Dr.

Learning more about breast cancer though molecular imaging

Hello! My name is Yonathan Araya and I’m a PhD candidate in the Department of Medical Biophysics at Western University. I work in the Imaging Research Laboratories at Robarts Research

Blocking the cancer-related signal in HER2 breast cancer

Greetings! My name is Xuguang Liu and I’m a PhD candidate in the Department of Biochemistry at Western University, working with Dr. Shawn Li. We’re focused on cancer system biology

Using skin cream to protect the breast during radiation

Hello! My name is Katelyn Cousteils and I’m an MSc student in the Department of Biochemistry at Western University. I work at London Health Sciences Centre’s London Regional Cancer Program

Developing a blood-based test to monitor breast cancer patients during treatment

Hi! My name is Karla Williams and I’m a postdoctoral fellow at Western University. I’m mentored by Hon Leong, PhD and Ann Chambers, PhD, whose labs investigate various aspects of

Cancer charity with similar name being investigated by FTC

The Breast Cancer Society of Canada is not associated with American charity The Breast Cancer Society Inc. which is currently being investigated by the Federal Trade Commission. The Breast Cancer

Targeting inflammation to combat breast cancer

Epidemiological and clinical research suggests a strong association between inflammation and breast cancer development. Therefore, targeting the process of inflammation is an attractive new intervention strategy for combating breast cancer.

Improving radiation dose in the patient clinic

Hello! I’m Niloufar, an MSc student in the Department of Medical Biophysics at Western University. I’m a graduate student of Dr. Eugene Wong, and I perform experiments at Robarts Research

Discovering and developing new peptide-based drugs for breast cancer

Hi everyone! My name is Alexandra Hauser-Kawaguchi. I’m a PhD student in the Department of Chemistry at Western University and I work at London Health Sciences Centre’s London Regional Cancer

Community events keep us going

Every day I am humbled by the generosity of others. This sentiment is especially true when I think of the dedicated people who organize and host community events to raise

Studying Numb: a protein known to suppress breast cancer

Hello! My name is Ran Wei and I’m a PhD candidate in the Department of Biochemistry at Western University, working with Shawn Li, PhD. Our lab is interested in discovering

Which genes cause unwanted side effects?

Hello! My name is Adrienne Borrie and I’m a PhD candidate in the Department of Clinical Pharmacology at Western University. I work at London Health Sciences Centre’s University Hospital and

National Volunteer Week 2015

Happy National Volunteer Week! If you are interested in volunteering, we encourage you to contact our friendly Volunteer Coordinator, Johanne. Apply here: http://www.bcsc.ca/p/450/l/483/t/Volunteer-Page  

Researcher Antonio’s Allies: Nanoparticles and light

Greetings! My name is Antonio Benayas, postdoctoral researcher working at Institut National de la Recherche Scientifique, (INRS – Varennes, QC). I am a physicist by background and training, and currently

New insight into cancer’s blood supply during therapy

Hi! My name is Matthew Lowerison and I’m a PhD candidate in the Department of Medical Biophysics at Western University. I work in the imaging lab at Robarts Research Institute

Emma and Ella, you made my day!

Dear Emma and Ella from the daycareconnection, Toronto, You made my day!! What a kind and caring gesture to organize a sale to support breast cancer research. Your parents and

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