Scientists have spent 35 years seeking ways to disable RAS, a gene that’s mutated in many cancer types. Now, they’re moving closer to solutions. An article by TARA HAELLE PUBLISHED August 03, 2018 The fact that JOHN MACLEOD'S colorectal cancer expresses a RAS gene mutation has limited his treatment options. - PHOTO BY KONNOR J … Continue reading ‘Cracking the Nut’ on RAS Mutations
News radio 680 WPTF on Pancreatic Cancer
Rick and Donna Martinez have a morning live interview show featuring conversations with community personalities and leaders about issues that impact you. We are happy to share the March 1, 2018 radio podcast with our own Pancreatic Cancer Experts Channing Der, PhD and Kirsten Bryant, PhD. This interview discusses common perceptions of Pancreatic Cancer; Symptoms … Continue reading News radio 680 WPTF on Pancreatic Cancer
Merck’s ERK inhibitor shows promise in combo against resistant cancers
by Amirah Al Idrus | Feb 22, 2018 fiercebiotech.com One-fifth of patients in a phase 1 study responded to an investigational ERK inhibitor from Merck, bolstering hopes that this type of drug could be used effectively in combination with other cancer drugs. ERK is a cell signal that is believed to drive the growth of … Continue reading Merck’s ERK inhibitor shows promise in combo against resistant cancers
Dr. Der Keynote Speaker at UNC Charlotte 4th Annual Biological Sciences Symposium
On May 4, Dr. Der was the keynote speaker at the 4th Annual Biological Sciences Symposium at UNC Charlotte. This event was sponsored by the Association of Biological Sciences Graduate Students (ABSGS) at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. Dr. Der's talk was titled "Targeting Ras for cancer treatment: Know your enemy".
Der presented a plenary lecture at the 36th Annual Conference of Indian Association for Cancer Research
Channing Der presented a plenary lecture at the 36th Annual Conference of Indian Association for Cancer Research on: The 21st Century - War on Cancer, February 9-11, 2017, Amala Cancer Research Centre, Thrissur, Kerala, India.
Experts in Pancreatic Cancer and KRAS Discuss Tough Questions
The Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (PanCAN) has recently released videos featuring Channing Der and Kirsten Bryant, as a part of their effort to raise awareness about Pancreatic Cancer.
UNC Lineberger faculty, trainees advocate for federal support for research
Several UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center faculty and trainees were in Washington D.C. Thursday as part of as the Rally for Medical Research, a national campaign that advocates for sustained and strong federal funding for medical research. The American Association for Cancer Research founded the annual event in 2013. AACR expected more than 300 scientists, … Continue reading UNC Lineberger faculty, trainees advocate for federal support for research
Der Lab members attend PanCAN Annual Meeting
Channing, Kirsten and Bjoern attended the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network Annual Scientific Meeting in San Diego, CA, August 18-21, 2016. The theme for this meeting was Wage Hope 2020 with the goal of doubling the dismay 5-year survival rate for this deadly cancer. This meeting was held jointly with the The Pancreatic Cancer Action … Continue reading Der Lab members attend PanCAN Annual Meeting
Der, Cox, and Bryant headed to The Hill for Advocacy Day
Drs. Der, Cox, and Bryant headed to DC June 20 & 21 to support encourage the nations congressmen and women that Pancreatic Cancer research funding needs to be a priority in the US budget. The picture below is Dr. Der meeting with Senator Roger Wicker of Mississippi.
Der honored with Emmanuel Farber Distinguished Visiting Lectureship
Dr. Channing Der was honored as this year's Emmanuel Farber Distinguished Visiting Lecturer. This special talk is a part of the University of Toronto Laboratory Medicine & Pathobiology weekly seminar. Dr. Der spoke about Targeting RAS for cancer treatment. See below for the history of this special lectureship. History of the Farber Distinguished Visiting Lecture … Continue reading Der honored with Emmanuel Farber Distinguished Visiting Lectureship
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