Author: Communications

Call for PRACTICE Core Registry

In order to help spread information about population and clinical non-therapeutic studies open in the partnership; to enhance collaboration and build additional capacity, the PRACTICE Core is developing a research compendium that is open to all MVTCP investigators. Please help us by listing any studies you may have and passing this information along to colleagues

Recent Publication by Dr. Whitted

Dr. Whitted recently co-authored a published article titled “The Families SHARE Project: Novel Insights on Recruiting and Engaging Black Men in a Community-Based Genomic Education Program” has been published online BMC Public Health. This work is a result of a collaboration between Georgetown Lombardi Office of Minority Health and Health Disparities Research and Social and

Celebrating Annual Symposium Awardees and Co-Chairs

At the 24th Annual MVTCP Symposium students, faculty, trainees, residents & post-docs from local universities were welcome to submit abstracts in a poster competition. Congratulations to all the symposium awardees, including: Undergraduate: 1st Place: Ellie Griner of Lipscomb University, Elucidating the Mechanism of Neprilysin-Regulated Triple-Negative Breast Cancer Invasion 2nd Place: Keenyn Bradley of Oglethorpe University,

PSC Members Enjoy Lunch with Students

In March, the much anticipated, annual Program Steering Committee (PSC) meeting was held. Steering committee members were brought together at this 2-day meeting, meant to evaluate the outcomes of the programs ongoing work. Photos captured, highlight moments from the meeting, including discussions and presentations held by MVTCP members and the REC supported students enjoying a

Match Day Results for MCRE Graduates

We want to take a moment to congratulate the MVTCP Medical Cancer Research Experience (MCRE) Awardees on their match! The goal of the MCRE is to support Vanderbilt medical students in their pursuit of cancer health disparities research. The program accepts five Vanderbilt medical students/year and provides $6K for research activities and travel to a

Recognizing Dr. Ann Richmond

Dr. Ann Richmond has been a longstanding partner with the MVTCP, serving in the education core, participating in the renewal application, and serving as co-PI. We want to take a moment to recognize her amazing work inside and outside the MVTCP. Her work with the MVTCP, started back in 2010, as she served on the

Thank You for Attending the MVTCP Symposium!

Thank you for attending the 24th Annual MVTCP Symposium – “Illuminating Pathways & Empowering Cancer Solutions.” The day was filled with inspirational speakers, student presentations, and networking amongst MVTCP members. We are grateful for your attendance in our annual symposium. We want to take a moment to recognize our keynote, institutional, and mission moment speakers:

Register for the 2025 Symposium

We are excited to announce the 24th Annual 2025 MVTCP Symposium! The Symposium will also include a poster competition–open to students, residents, post-doctoral, and trainees. This premier event will take place on Saturday, February 8, 2025 from 8AM-3PM at the Cal Turner Family Center for Student Education at Meharry Medical College. Symposium Registration Link: https://redcap.vumc.org/surveys/?s=HFJKNDM8LTPK773A&utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_content=2025%20MVTCP%20Symposium&utm_campaign=202304%20October%20Newsletter Abstract

New Full & Pilot Project Leads

The U54 grant program proudly recognizes the efforts of its awardees advancing cancer research through collaborative projects. Full project leads, Dr. Guoliang Li and Dr. Cai Quiyin, are spearheading groundbreaking studies that align with the grant’s mission to address cancer disparities and promote novel therapeutic approaches. Additionally, Deborah Lannigan, as the pilot project awardee, is

New Class of MCRE Awardees

The MVTCP is excited to announce the Medical Cancer Research Experience (MCRE) awardees for AY24-25! The goal of the MCRE is to support Vanderbilt medical students in their pursuit of cancer health disparities research. The program accepts five Vanderbilt medical students/year and provides $6K for research activities and travel to a conference to present their work.