2021 Archive

Survivorship

Conversations with survivors of cancer guide therapeutic interventions

Brian O'Flynn, PhD

See how St. Jude gives power to the voices of long-term survivors of childhood cancer

Research

Improvement science removes the ‘pebbles’ from clinicians’ shoes

Alex Generous, PhD

Learn more about how St. Jude systematically improves clinical care across the hospital.

Science Education

Combining data and stories to evaluate education and training programs

LaToyia P. Downs, PhD

The St. Jude program evaluation team uses qualitative research to uncover insights and improve education and training initiatives.

Profiles

5 Questions for Evadnie Rampersaud, PhD

Erin Podolak, MA and Evadnie Rampersaud, PhD

Hear from principal bioinformatics research scientist Evadnie Rampersaud, PhD, to learn about her path to a data science career at St. Jude.

St. Jude On

Palliative care researchers use qualitative data to understand the full picture of patients' lives

Heather Johnson

Qualitative research plays an important role in palliative care, shedding light on patient’s needs and how to best meet them.

Vaccinations

50 years of the WHO Collaborating Center for Influenza at St. Jude

Alex Generous, PhD

Celebrating 50 years of global influenza research leadership.

Global Health

Qualitative research turns stories into science

Taylor Wewel

Discover what factors drive a person to share their story in qualitative research.

Outreach

Datasets inspire mindsets for future scientists

LaToyia P. Downs, PhD

St. Jude scientists are empowering high school students to explore data science and STEMM disciplines through an interactive seminar series.

Science Education

Using data science to drive change and impact in STEMM education and outreach

Eric Rivera-Peraza, MS

Meet St. Jude data analyst Eric Rivera-Peraza, MS, and explore his journey from medical school to data science.

Blood Disorders

Gene therapy comes of age to staunch hemophilia B

Brian O'Flynn, PhD

See the long-term impact a hemophilia B gene therapy trial had on one of its participants

Investigator Insights

A blend of art and math inspires Hankins’ science

Elizabeth Whittington

St. Jude highlights Jane Hankins, who offers insights into how the artistic side of medicine shaped her education to become a hematologist.

Research

Blocking the progression of pre-leukemic disorders

Erin Podolak, MA

Genetic changes in the biology of blood cells can lead them down a path to cancer. This researcher is figuring out how that happens.

Investigator Insights

Experiences as a volunteer shaped Crabtree’s professional career

St. Jude Progress

St. Jude highlights Valerie Crabtree who offers insights and tips for those interested in pursuing a psychology career.

Outreach

COVID-19 vaccine FAQ: Infectious disease and virus experts weigh in

Diego R. Hijano, MD, MSc

Just how effective are COVID vaccines? Should you get one? A virologist and an infectious diseases physician have answers to those questions and more.

Launching CureAll: the road for countries to improve global pediatric cancer care, save a million lives and reduce suffering for all

Catherine G. Lam, MD, MPH

Read how St. Jude and the World Health Organization are partnering to save a million lives and reduce suffering for all.

Investigator Insights

Miller’s approach to science shaped by practical creativity and a curious spirit

Chris Pennington

Shondra Miller, PhD, director of the Center for Advanced Genome Engineering, credits her parents for instilling a love of science.

Clinical

Cultural humility ensures open, honest patient care

Arshia Madni, MD

Strengthening the doctor-patient bond requires a new way of thinking to help ensure open communication and the best possible care.

Clinical

COVID-19 prevention is essential for bone marrow transplant patients

Mary Powers

Research points to bone marrow transplant patients having the highest risk for severe complications from a COVID infection. Here’s what that means.

Investigator Insights

A lifetime dedicated to nursing care

St. Jude Progress

St. Jude highlights these women in science and clinical care who offer insights and tips for those interested in pursuing a scientific or clinical career.

Research

Gene therapy pioneer led St. Jude through unprecedented growth

Elizabeth Jane Walker

Leader, mentor, scientist, physician and gene therapy pioneer: Arthur Nienhuis' extensive legacy of science and medicine.