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May 03, 2024
Dr. Alexandre Chan Recognized with Helen McKinnon Award from International Society of Oncology Pharmacy Practitioners (ISOPP)
The Helen McKinnon Award, named after a founding member of ISOPP, recognizes people who have significantly contributed to the group and the profession of oncology pharmacy at large.
Apr 10, 2024
Dr. Alexandre Chan Given Basic and Clinical Research Literature Award from Hematology/Oncology Pharmacy Association (HOPA)
Dr. Alexandre Chan, Founding Chair of the Department of Clinical Pharmacy Practice in the UC Irvine School of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences, has been selected by the Hematology/Oncology Pharmacy Association (HOPA) as the recipient of their Basic and Clinical Research Literature Award!
Apr 08, 2024
Dr. Shawn Griffin Received Volunteer Award from Hematology/Oncology Pharmacy Association (HOPA)
Dr. Shawn Griffin, health sciences assistant clinical professor in the UC Irvine School of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences, was honored by the Hematology/Oncology Pharmacy Association (HOPA) with their Volunteer Award!
Feb 27, 2024
National Cancer Prevention Month with Dr. Alexandre Chan, Dr. Shawn Griffin, and Dr. Mahtab Jafari
Dr. Alexandre Chan, Dr. Shawn Griffin, and Dr. Mahtab Jafari are three of the many faculty members in the UC Irvine School of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences who advance the field of cancer research and work with patients to help minimize their risk for cancer, as well as help to prevent further health issues in people who are currently fighting cancer or are cancer survivors.
Feb 21, 2024
UC Irvine co-led study that uses artificial intelligence to identify unwanted variations in blood samples by 95%
A new study led by co-corresponding authors, Min Zhang, MD, PhD, and Dabao Zhang, PhD, professors of epidemiology and biostatistics at the University of California, Irvine’s Program in Public Health, used artificial intelligence (AI) to analyze ‘big data’ sets of biological samples to reduce unwanted variations by more than 95%.
Feb 12, 2024
Dr. Alexandre Chan Appointed as Vice Chair of Board of Pharmacy Specialties’ Oncology Pharmacy Specialty Council
BPS is a group that is responsible for establishing standards related to the training and certification of pharmacists. Within the organization, there are multiple specialty councils that focus on specific aspects of pharmacy care. “As part of the Oncology Pharmacy Specialty Council, I am involved with the development of the board certification examination to ensure that we provide a consistent experience and high-quality examination development outcomes,” he explained.
Jan 24, 2024
UC Irvine-led study links biomarkers and chemotherapy-related gastrointestinal symptoms
A study led by University of California, Irvine researchers has revealed a connection between blood levels of omega-3 and the inflammatory biomarker interleukin-8 and greater chemotherapy-related gastrointestinal symptoms in breast cancer patients. These predictors may offer new targets for pre-treatment therapeutic approaches to preventing or mitigating symptoms.
Jan 18, 2024
Surgical first removes tumor without affecting fertility
Kassandra Gomez not only beat a rare case of vaginal cancer, her UCI Health surgeons like Dr. Jill H. Tseng, also made sure she’d still be able to have children.
Oct 27, 2023
Students Get Hands-On Opportunity in Cancer Disparities Research
A partnership with CSUF and UCI contributes to the enhancement of cancer health equity research in Orange County through the development of institutional capacities, support of meritorious joint cancer research pilot projects, and the provision of cancer research experiences and programs for underrepresented students.
Oct 19, 2023
Breast Cancer Awareness Month with Cancer Prevention Researcher Dr. Sora Tanjasiri
In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness month, cancer prevention researcher, Sora Park Tanjasiri, DrPH, professor of health, society, and behavior at the UCI Program in Public Health, answers common questions about breast cancer screening guidelines that are meant to reduce the risk of dying from this disease that 3.8 million women in the U.S. live with.