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Case Comprehensive Cancer Center researchers to lead Northeast Ohio initiative to increase prostate cancer screening in African American men
Supported with three-year, $2.75M grant from Bristol Myers Squibb Foundation African American men in Cuyahoga County have a 60% increased risk of being diagnosed with prostate cancer and an 80% increased risk of dying from prostate cancer compared to white men, according to data from the Case…
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Cancer Disparities Symposium aims to create solutions that promote equity among patients
Although cancer rates and mortality in the United States are improving overall, the cancer burden remains especially high for underserved population groups. To focus on this disparity, the Case Comprehensive Cancer Center is hosting its annual (virtual) symposium March 4–5 to identify inequalities…
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Artificial intelligence tool for reading MRI scans could transform prostate cancer surgery and treatment
Researchers at the Center for Computational Imaging and Personalized Diagnostics (CCIPD) at Case Western Reserve University have preliminarily validated an artificial intelligence (AI) tool to predict how likely the disease is to recur following surgical treatment for prostate cancer. The tool,…
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Master of Public Health Intensive Research Pathway webinar
Members of the Case Western Reserve University can learn more about opportunities in research during the Master of Public Health Intensive Research Pathway webinar Friday, Feb. 26, from noon to 1 p.m. Attendees will hear from Daniel Tisch, associate professor and director of the Master of Public…
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International study finds increased COVID-19 mortality among adults with Down syndrome
Findings support prioritizing vaccines for those with the genetic disorder A new study by an international team of researchers found that adults with Down syndrome are more likely to die from COVID-19 than the general population, supporting the need to prioritize vaccinating people with the…
Erin Fogarty promoted to Assistant Dean for Research Administration
Congratulations to Erin Fogarty, recently promoted to Assistant Dean for Research Administration. In this complex new role, she provides strategic leadership in identifying, developing and implementing policies and procedures related to research grants, contracts and other sponsored projects, while…
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Scott elected to American Society for Clinical Investigation
Please join the Case Comprehensive Cancer Center in extending congratulations to Cleveland Clinic's Jacob Scott, MD, DPhil on his recent election to the American Society for Clinical Investigation (ASCI), which recognizes outstanding scholarly achievement among physician-scientists. Dr. Scott will…
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Applied anatomy informational webinar
Join the School of Medicine’s Department of Anatomy for an informational webinar on the Master of Science in Applied Anatomy Tuesday, Feb. 23, from 5 to 6 p.m. Attendees will learn more about the degree option and how it can help propel them toward their goals. RSVP for the session.
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Medicine’s Firouz Daneshgari writes about the hope offered by COVID-19 vaccines
Firouz Daneshgari, a professor at the School of Medicine, wrote an opinion piece published by Crain’s Cleveland Business on the hope COVID-19 vaccines offer. In the piece, Daneshgari discussed the decisions business leaders must make in whether they push to have their employees vaccinated. Read…
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MS in medical physiology student perspectives webinar
The MS in medical physiology program invites members of the community to join current students and teaching assistants for a webinar presentation and Q&A session to learn more about the student experience. Panelists will share their perspectives on the program, curriculum, advising services,…