Sessions will focus on current advances in stem cell transplantation and cancer cell therapy, and emerging applications of these novel therapies in hematologic disorders and solid tumors.
Nearly 160 students from 58 high schools applied this year across the entire region served by Vanderbilt-Ingram, which spans Tennessee, Alabama and Kentucky. Twenty-five girls and five boys were accepted.
The funds will be awarded to cancer researchers studying new approaches for the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of cancer.
Komen is the largest nonprofit funder of breast cancer research outside of the U.S. government, having invested more than $1.1 billion in research since its founding.
Trainees led, planned event for second year in a row.
Led by some of Nashville’s top spin instructors, the high-energy, relay-style ride also has live DJs, vendors, and giveaways.