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Why is Cancer Surging in the Under-50s?

Dr. Nour Daboul and Mary Minnard sitting at a desk in front of a WVUMedicine Banner.

On the latest episode of Live Healthy, WV podcast the WVU Cancer Institute's Dr. Nour Daboul discusses the link between inadequate amounts of sleep and cancer in younger adults with host Mary Minnard.

Save the Date for Inaugural Lawyers for LUCAS 5K

LUCAS busJoin us April 13 as we raise funds in support of the WVU Cancer Institute’s mobile lung cancer screening unit, LUCAS. A philanthropic idea sparked by Shannon P. Smith, cancer survivor and president-elect of the West Virginia State Bar, this special run is open to the community, presenting an opportunity to run for a cause that benefits fellow West Virginians!

The Caperton Trail race, sponsored by Hartley Law Group, PPLC, kicks off at 9 a.m. at the Ruby Amphitheater in Morgantown, where each participant will receive a T-shirt. Registration and more information.

Save the date for the inauguarl Lawyers for LUCAS 5 K.

WV Colorectal Cancer Roundtable Meeting. Thursday April 18, 2024.

Registration and more details

WVU Day of Giving - March 20

This year's event — held Wednesday, March 20—  is a chance for us to come together as a community to support our ongoing and future projects. Whether it's contributing to groundbreaking research, enhancing patient care, or supporting our students, every gift makes a difference. Here's how you can participate:

  • Spread the Word: Share the event on your social media, with friends and family, or even in casual conversations. The more people who know about WVU Day of Giving, the greater the potential impact on our institute and university.
     
  • Engage on Social Media: Use the official hashtags #WVUDayofGiving #WVUCancer to join the conversation and share why you choose to support WVUCI. Your story could inspire others to give and highlight the important work we do here: WVU Cancer Institute can be found on Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Twitter 
     
  • Volunteer: If you're interested in being more involved, consider becoming a Day of Giving Ambassador. Ambassadors play a crucial role in spreading awareness and encouraging donations.
     
  • Make a Gift: On Day of Giving, visit the official WVU Cancer Institute page on the WVU Day of Giving website. You can select from a list of WVUCI funds to support. No contribution is too small, and every dollar counts towards making an impact.

As faculty or staff members, you make a difference every day for our students and programs. Support an area most meaningful to you and help make a greater impact. 

Upcoming Events

March 19
All in One - Institute Conversation - 3-5 p.m.

Focus on - Data: the use, management, and analytics in research
Featured Institutes for this conversation: WVU Cancer Institute, WVU Eye Institute, WVU Health Affairs Institute, West Virginia Clinical and Translational Science Institute

2940 B HSC-N 
If you plan to attend, please RSVP.

March 20
Cancer Cell Biology - 12 p.m.

AI foundation models and prompt-based learning in biology and medicine
Dong Xu, PhD, University of Missouri
Hostler Auditorium, G17

March 20
Annual Day of Giving

During this 24-hour giving event, you can donate to any of your favorite WVU causes and help them win additional funding through challenges throughout the event.

March 20
Grand Rounds - HVI  - 8 a.m.

Thoracic Surgery Oncology Trials: Where Are They and How Do We Get Them Back?
David Jones, MD
Professor, Chief of Thoracic Surgery, Vice Chair of Department of Surgery—Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
Fukushima Auditorium

March 27
Cancer Cell Biology - 12 p.m.

Personalized treatments for brain cancers
Sonikpreet Aulakh, MBBS, MD
Hostler Auditorium, G17

March 28
Cancer Cell Biology - 12 p.m.

Immunomodulation in Osteosarcoma: From Therapy to Diagnostics
Ryan Lacinski, Dissertation Defense
HSC 3084

April 2
Cancer Cell Biology - 12 p.m.

Interactions Between Myeloid Cells and Neutrophil Extracellular Traps in Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma
Hillary Pratt, Dissertation Defense
HSCN 2940-B

Apr. 18
West Virginia Colorectal Cancer Roundtable - 8:30 a.m - 3:30 p.m.

Contact Susan Eason with questions.
Please register to receive the link
Summersville Arena and Conference Center

April 26-27
Register Now - Annual Cancer Institute Spring Gala

Contact Erin Gregory at EGregory@wvuf.org for details.

July 12

Save the Date for the Bi-Annual WVU Cancer Institute Breast Cancer Conference
Erickson Alumni Center

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WV Oncology Society Spring Meeting

WV Oncology Society Spring Meeting will take place on Friday April 26th at Stonewall Resort. There will be a special event on Thursday night to meet with vendors. All providers of the WVU Cancer institute receive free registration for this event. CME/CNE will be available to participants.

Spotlight

Dr. Nour Daboul is featured in an article of the most recent publication of WV Executive Magazine article.  Read about this award.

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