PanCAN PurpleStride 04 -29 -2023

PurpleStride is the number one way the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (PanCan) raises money to fight pancreatic cancer on all fronts — through research, clinical initiatives, patient services, advocacy, and nationwide volunteer support. On Saturday, April 29, 2023, 60 PurpleStride events took place across the country to honor pancreatic cancer survivors, families, and caregivers, as … Continue reading PanCAN PurpleStride 04 -29 -2023

Der Lab gather outside for the Purple Stride Run

PurpleStride Raleigh-Durham 2018: Running RAScals

UNC's Running RAScals (aka the Der Lab at UNC Lineberger & Friends) participated in this year’s PanCAN #PurpleStride run on Saturday, April 21st.  This 5k run raises money to support the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network.  The team, organized by Kirsten Bryant, raised $10,839 to support Pancreatic Cancer Research, coming in Fifth in overall fundraising! This was the Der Lab's fifth … Continue reading PurpleStride Raleigh-Durham 2018: Running RAScals

Photos from Purple Stride 2016

PurpleStride is the signature event of the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network. Each year, in communities across the country, tens of thousands of people participate in more than fifty-six PurpleStride events, including PurpleStride Raleigh-Durham. These events are critical in raising awareness and funds that advance research and support patients and loved ones with a promise of … Continue reading Photos from Purple Stride 2016

Purple is the New Black

Dr. Channing Der and the rest of the lab were featured in an article on the Carolina Scientific blog.  The article highlights the science the lab is developing as well as the motivation behind the work for many members of the lab.  To see the full article visit the Carolina Scientific website here: http://www.carolinascientific.org/blog/2016/3/6/karriuinq0hkifsfj50nznalaiqxup The Carolina … Continue reading Purple is the New Black

Join us this Saturday for the PanCAN #PurpleStride run!

It's not too late to join us -- the Research RAScals (aka the Der Lab at UNC Lineberger) -- as we participate in this year's PanCAN #PurpleStride run! The team, organized by Kirsten Bryant, has already raised $5,624 so far and we hope to raise even more by this Saturday. Location: NC State - Centennial Campus Registration … Continue reading Join us this Saturday for the PanCAN #PurpleStride run!

Join us on May 17 for the Purple Stride Raleigh-Durham!

Kirsten Bryant of the Der lab has organized a team for the Purple Stride Raleigh-Durham. It's a 5K run scheduled for May 17th  at the NC State Centennial Campus. Aside from the fact that this organization supports research, Kirsten chose to support the pancreatic cancer action network because of the resources they provide for patients.  … Continue reading Join us on May 17 for the Purple Stride Raleigh-Durham!