Differences in how cancer cells mutate and what fuels their growth mean that even for two patients with prostate cancer, one treatment approach can work better for one patient than the other. Dr. Shuang George …
2026
Precision in Practice: How Medical Physicists Are Preparing Proton Therapy for Patient Care
The Proton Therapy Medical Physics team at Eastpark Medical Center has been busy commissioning process for the gantry room of our new proton therapy system, which is anticipated to launch for patient care later this …
In Memoriam: Ernest Borden, MD
The Department of Human Oncology is deeply saddened to share the news of the passing of Ernest “Ernie” Borden, MD, professor emeritus of human oncology, who died on January 18. Dr. Borden joined the University …
Meet the Experts: Julie Thomas
Radiation Medicine is built on collaboration. Beyond physicians and physicists, an entire team of specialists plays a vital role in advancing patient care. This series shines a spotlight on those professionals—their responsibilities, their expertise, and …
January 2026 – Published Articles
Priming versus propagating: distinct immune effects of alpha- versus beta-particle emitting radiopharmaceuticals when combined with immune checkpoint inhibition in mice. Kerr CP, Jin WJ, Liu P, Grudzinski JJ, Ferreira CA, Comas Rojas H, Oñate AJ, Kwon …
Beyond the Beam: Dr. Steven Howard’s 27-Year Legacy of Care and Connection
When Dr. Steven Howard walked into a patient’s room, time seemed to slow down. “Patients absolutely loved him because he was so empathetic,” recalls Lori Hayes, a longtime colleague and retired clinical nurse specialist. “When …
December 2025 – Published Articles
Correction: Overcoming acquired resistance to cetuximab by dual targeting HER family receptors with antibody-based therapy. Iida M, Brand TM, Starr MM, Huppert EJ, Luthar N, Bahrar H, Coan JP, Pearson HE, Salgia R, Wheeler DL.Mol …