Research Opportunities in Radiation Oncology

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Fan Lab
Mentor/Supervisor Yi Fan, M.D., Ph.D.
Title Development of new radiation therapy for brain tumor.
Project Type Basic Sciences/Wet Lab Research/Translational Medical Research
Start/End Dates and Durations Long term preferred. Part time (10-20 hrs/wk) and/or full time during summer.
Required Skills Cell Culture Techniques and/or Basic Skills with Cell and Molecular Biology
Description Glioblastoma multiforme (GBM) is the most common and malignant brain tumor. GBM is highly resistant to radio/chemo treatment, likely due to the prominent presence of cancer stem cells (CSC). Tumor-associated endothelial cells create a vascular niche for activation and maintenance of CSC's self-renewal and survival. The goal of this project is to develop new radiation therapeutic strategies targeting CSC and their vascular niche for treating GBM.
Contact yi.fan@pennmedicine.upenn.edu or 215-898-9291
Others Please see FAQ