Pathobiology of Cancer: The Edward A. Smuckler Memorial Workshop

The Pathobiology of Cancer Workshop provides an intense one-week course on the molecular and morphologic aspects of human cancer for scientists working in basic cancer research. Participants attend small group laboratory sessions taught by pathologists and study the light microscopic and gross morphologic examples of major types of adult and childhood cancers. Correlations are made with known genetic alterations in specific types of human cancer and with animal models, particularly transgenic and gene deletion mouse models. Group discussions and a series of evening lectures focus on the molecular mechanisms of cancer development and progression to invasion and metastasis. This overview of cancer biology, pathology, and related disciplines enables participants to return to their laboratories and pursue investigations that will contribute to our understanding of the etiology, prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of human cancer.

Comments from previous attendees:
• The faculty were amazing - truly gifted teachers who showed true passion for the material. I loved the opportunity to learn alongside students from a multitude of disciplines, and I gained valuable insight from each of them. Besides that, I've made some amazing friends. Overall, this workshop was the single best learning experience of my life!
• The instructors were phenomenal and extremely enthusiastic. I have no doubt that what I learned here will continue to facilitate my research throughout my career as a research scientist in cancer biology. This has been an amazing experience.
• For a post-doctoral fellow in basic research, such as myself, the workshop was an excellent opportunity to be introduced to cancer pathology. The background information that I obtained here will definitely help me in comprehending the etiology of breast cancer - the focus of my research. In addition, the knowledge I gained from faculty lectures will improve my ability to write grants, manuscripts and other scientific communications more accurately. Thank you for this unique opportunity!
• This was by far the best workshop I've attended. From the instructors to fellow students, everyone was engaging, interesting, and clearly dedicated to cancer research.

Supported by a generous grant from the National Cancer Institute.

For further information, please contact Lisa Haubein, Assistant Director for Program Development, at (267) 646-0648 or lisa.haubein@aacr.org.