Karmanos Cancer Institute Extends Public Seminar Series in Detroit

The seminars, held on select Wednesdays at the Main Library on Woodward Avenue, invite both in-person and virtual participation via Zoom. These sessions aim to bridge the gap between complex laboratory research and community health needs. The upcoming schedule focuses on critical areas of oncology: breast cancer disparities, triple-negative breast cancer, and the integration of genetics into immunotherapy.

Dr. Kirsten Purrington opens the fall slate on September 9 by examining the biological factors behind breast cancer disparities among Black women. The series continues on October 21 with Dr. Hadeel Assad and Dr. Hasan Korkaya, who will address the challenges of treating aggressive triple-negative breast cancer. The final session on November 18 features Dr. Heather Gibson, who will explore how individual patient genetics influence the efficacy of immunotherapy. Beyond education, the organizers hope these events will encourage attendees to participate in research advocacy. Registration is required for all sessions, which are available to the public at no cost.