The MVTCP’s own, Dr. Calandra Whitted was recently working on the PPSI committee to organize a three-part webinar series that aimed to discuss community engagement approaches in genetics research. If you missed this series last month, go to the American Society of Human Genetics website, HERE for the recordings. Dr. Whitted moderated Part 2 of
Earlier this month, Dr. Kimberly Dahlman and the Research Education Core hosted a “Cooking Up Hope” event. The trainee team visited the American Cancer Society Hope Lodge, and cooked dinner for the residents. We love seeing our MVTCP people doing good work in the community!
Join us in welcoming Dr. Amanda Ruff, PhD, as the newly hired Tennessee State University Program Manager. She joins fellow Program Managers, Kenya Collins (Vanderbilt) and Monica Taylor (Meharry). While Dr. Ruff is originally from Chicago, she is no stranger to Music City. She completed her undergraduate and graduate studies at TSU, most recently obtaining
Despite its success in treating other cancers, immunotherapy for ovarian cancer only boasts a 6-15% success rate. The reasons behind this disparity are complex, but PhD student, Karla Robles, is determined to change this narrative. Making this research even more critical is the alarming fact that while Black women are less likely to develop ovarian
Dr. David Schlundt, a long-time professor of psychology at Vanderbilt University, has spent decades studying the intersection between health and behavior. His research career, which began in 1985, has taken him from eating disorder clinics to diabetes centers to community health initiatives, always with a focus on how our environment and behaviors shape our well-being.
Cristen Flewellen, a second-year Meharry medical student, was awarded Third Place in the Community Research category at the 67th Annual Meharry Student Research Day for her work with the Breast cancer Risk Assessment- achieVing Equity (BRAVE) study funded through the Meharry Vanderbilt Tennessee State Cancer Partnership (MVTCP). The BRAVE study PIs are Lucy Spalluto, MD
The meeting theme: “Building on a Solid Foundation to Strategically Strengthen and Enhance PACHE.” The gathering brought together PACHE (U54/P20) investigators, Program Managers, and NCI/CRCHD staff to discuss progress made by the program as well as topics that are important for the continued growth of PACHE. Photo of MVTCP Leadership: C. Whitted(MVA), L. Stewart(MMC), A.
The Community Outreach Core (COC) of the Meharry Vanderbilt Tennessee State Cancer Partnership (MVTCP) has updated the request for support services online form. If you have questions or needs, the expert faculty of the COC is available for consultation. Use the link below to complete the request form: https://redcap.link/osixjxly
