Research

Cancer Research Day showcases Penn State Cancer Institute research

HERSHEY, Pa. — Penn State Cancer Institute is sponsoring the third annual Cancer Research Day Remote Conference, to be held from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 31.

All Penn State undergraduate, medical and graduate students, along with postdoctoral scholars, residents and faculty interested in cancer research are invited. This event will provide attendees with an opportunity to learn from established research professionals who have a variety of backgrounds.

The keynote speaker is Dr. Douglas Lowy, deputy director of the National Cancer Institute. A guest speaker will be Dr. Mohamed Hassanein, associate director, clinical assay lead of Pfizer Inc., global product development. 

This event also will feature a question-and-answer session and lightning talks by Penn State Cancer Institute faculty highlighting their labs and research philosophies. Trainees can participate in oral presentations and virtual poster sessions.

A Zoom link will be sent to registered participants. See conference details and RSVP online at this link.

Last Updated October 16, 2020