$2M grant fuels gene editing technology to cure diseases
Jesse Owens earned a $2 million NIH grant to advance gene-editing research and mentor future scientists.
Q&A: Understanding breast density, cancer risk and new patient rule
John Shepherd explains what women should know about breast density and its impact on breast cancer screening.
Fighting cancer with a tiny molecule shows big promise
The discovery of tiny nanobodies could revolutionize cancer treatment by making immunotherapy more effective and affordable.
Hundreds learn about healing through food, community at UH Cancer Center
More than 200 people joined the event celebrating Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
Medical student uncovers new clue in pancreatic cancer
Thomas Clausen’s research on a sugar molecule may lead to earlier detection of pancreatic cancer
UH Cancer Center identifies treatable form of mesothelioma
Discovery of L-BAM offers new hope for mesothelioma patients and families.
Mindfulness workshop offers calm, connection for cancer community
More than 150 attendees found support and stress relief at the UH Cancer Center’s mindfulness and meditation workshop.
UH awarded $1.5M+ to strengthen health through policy across Hawaiʻi, Pacific
The new grants will help UH uncover local solutions to long-standing health care gaps across rural Hawaiʻi and the Pacific.
$250K endowment honors Susan Hirano, supports cancer care at UH
A new endowment honors Susan Hirano’s legacy by supporting emotional and educational resources for cancer patients and their families.
Fukui named chief of clinical breast oncology at UH Cancer Center
Jami Fukui’s new role will focus on training local oncologists and advancing equitable cancer care across Hawaiʻi.
