Pioneering the Future of Cancer Research: A Conversation with Dr. Robert Winn
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In this episode of the Bench to Bedside podcast, Dr. Roy Jensen, vice chancellor and director of The University of Kansas Cancer Center, engages in an insightful conversation with Dr. Robert Winn, Director and Lippman Chair in Oncology at Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center at Virginia Commonwealth University. They discuss Dr. Winn’s pioneering work in cancer research and health equity, especially focusing on underserved communities. The episode highlights the significance of the Inclusive Excellence initiative Dr. Winn is leading as president of the American Association of Cancer Institutes...
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Navigating Holiday Challenges: Dr. Muenks Answers Questions from Our Listeners
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In this special mini episode of the Bench to Bedside Podcast, Dr. Elizabeth Muenks, director of The University of Kansas Cancer Center's Onco-Psychology Program, addresses listener-submitted questions on managing the holiday season while navigating a loved one's cancer journey. The episode provides thoughtful advice on keeping loved ones involved without overwhelming them, adjusting holiday traditions to accommodate dietary restrictions and energy levels, and balancing caregiving responsibilities with holiday preparations. In this conversation, Dr. Muenks emphasizes the value of open...
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MyeloMATCH: The New Front in the Battle Against Leukemia
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In this episode of the Bench to Bedside Podcast, Dr. Roy Jensen, vice chancellor and director of The University of Kansas Cancer Center, discusses exciting advancements in the treatment of acute myeloid leukemia (AML) with Dr. Tara Lin, director of the adult leukemia program at KU Cancer Center and site principal investigator for myeloMATCH (Myeloid Malignancies Molecular Analysis for Therapy Choice), a precision-medicine initiative sponsored by the National Cancer Institute (NCI). MyeloMATCH is an “umbrella trial,” a group of clinical substudies for people with acute myeloid leukemia or...
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Strength in Love: Navigating the Journey as a Cancer Caregiver
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In this poignant episode of the Bench to Bedside podcast, Dr. Roy Jensen, vice chancellor and director of The University of Kansas Cancer Center, speaks with Cheryl Jernigan, Lead Patient Research Advocate with Patient and Investigator Voices Organizing Together (PIVOT). Cheryl shares her powerful story of being both a cancer survivor herself and a co-survivor and caregiver to her husband, who battled both prostate cancer and tonsil cancer caused by human papillomavirus (HPV). Their discussion explores the emotional and physical challenges of caregiving, the importance of research and patient...
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Investigating the Link Between Obesity and Cancer
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Being overweight or having obesity is linked with a higher risk of getting 13 types of cancer. These cancers comprise 40% of all cancers diagnosed in the United States each year. In this episode of the Bench to Bedside podcast, Dr. Roy Jensen, vice chancellor and director of The University of Kansas Cancer Center, speaks with Dr. John Thyfault, professor in the Department of Cell Biology and Physiology and in the Division of Endocrinology, Metabolism and Genetics, as well as director of the University of Kansas Diabetes Institute and co-leader of the Kansas Center for Metabolism and Obesity...
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Empowering the Future Leaders of Clinical Research with KU Cancer Center’s C-CLEAR Program
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In this episode of the Bench to Bedside podcast Joseph Hines, II, MPH, senior director of research operations at The University of Kansas Cancer Center, joins Dr. Roy Jensen, vice chancellor and director, to discuss the launch and success of the CAREERS in CLINICAL RESEARCH PROGRAM (C-CLEAR Program). This groundbreaking initiative is designed to introduce college students in the region to the dynamic and impactful field of clinical research. Hines, along with students Mariah Slaughter, Hilary Tallman, and Angel Tchamnou, share their experiences and the program's impact on their understanding...
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Brain Health and Cancer: Addressing Cancer Related Cognitive Changes
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In this episode of the Bench to Bedside podcast, Dr. Roy Jensen, vice chancellor and director of The University of Kansas Cancer center, speaks with Dr. Jamie Myers, an advanced practice oncology nurse with more than 40 years of experience and Research Associate Professor at the University of Kansas Medical Center’s School of Nursing. Dr. Myers’ research is focused on cognitive changes related to cancer and cancer treatment therapy. In this conversation, she shares more about this topic - often referred to as “chemo brain” – and how these cognitive changes affect memory,...
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Unveiling the Mysteries of Ovarian Cancer: The Cancer that Whispers
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In this episode of the Bench to Bedside podcast, Dr. Roy Jensen, vice chancellor and director of The University of Kansas Cancer center, speaks with Dr. Diane Mahoney, assistant professor in the School of Nursing at the University of Kansas Medical Center and member of KU Cancer Center’s Cancer Prevention and Control research program, about ovarian cancer, a disease often diagnosed at an advanced stage due to nonspecific symptoms. Dr. Mahoney discusses the importance of early detection, current treatment options and her promising research into the human microbiome's role in ovarian cancer....
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Innovations in Radiation Oncology
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Approaching cancer from unique angles and perspectives is crucial for gaining an understanding of this disease and optimizing treatment strategies for patients. In the Department of Radiation Oncology at The University of Kansas Cancer Center, our specialists work to accelerate progress toward more personalized and effective ways to treat cancer through research and clinical trials. In this episode of the Bench to Bedside podcast, Dr. Roy Jensen, vice chancellor and director of The University of Kansas Cancer Center, speaks with Dr. Xinglei Shen, associate professor in the Department of...
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Exploring the Future of Cancer Care: What is Tumor-Infiltrating Lymphocyte (TIL) Therapy?
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Immunotherapy and cellular therapeutics represent the future of cancer care. These biological therapies involve manipulating the body’s cells to reactivate and strengthen their abilities to attack cancer cells. Immunotherapy is a precision cancer treatment and is considered the future of cancer treatment by the National Cancer Institute. Other, more traditional, types of cancer treatment include surgery, chemotherapy and radiation. Immunotherapy is a type of treatment for a variety of cancers that harnesses one’s own immune system to fight his or her specific cancer cells. Tumor...
info_outlineApproaching cancer from unique angles and perspectives is crucial for gaining an understanding of this disease and optimizing treatment strategies for patients. In the Department of Radiation Oncology at The University of Kansas Cancer Center, our specialists work to accelerate progress toward more personalized and effective ways to treat cancer through research and clinical trials. In this episode of the Bench to Bedside podcast, Dr. Roy Jensen, vice chancellor and director of The University of Kansas Cancer Center, speaks with Dr. Xinglei Shen, associate professor in the Department of Radiation Oncology at the cancer center. Dr. Shen directs clinical research efforts in the Department of Radiation Oncology and in this episode, he highlights the significant technological advancements in radiation therapy over the past decade, including innovations like proton beam therapy and precision medicine. Dr. Shen also explains the diverse types of cancer research conducted at KU, the importance of patient advocacy in clinical trials, and his vision for the future of radiation oncology.
Links from this Episode:
- Learn more about Proton Therapy at KU Cancer Center
- Dr. Xinglei Shen discusses the latest clinical trials and importance of patient-centered research on the KU Cancer Center blog
- Learn about the Department of Radiation Oncology at KU Cancer Center
- Follow the Department of Radiation Oncology on X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram