2021 Archive

Outreach

Master’s program helps launch data science careers at St. Jude

LaToyia P. Downs, PhD

See how the St. Jude Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences trains students in the Applied Biomedical Data Science MS program.

St. Jude On

Understanding critical pathways drives targeted therapy efforts

LaToyia P. Downs, PhD

See how St. Jude scientists turn research into strategies for drugging key cancer pathways.

Solid Tumors

Studies link SMARCAL1 to increased risk for pediatric bone cancer

Alex Generous, PhD

Two St. Jude efforts independently uncovered the predisposition gene’s role.

Pharmaceutical Sciences

The behind-the-scenes chemistry driving drug discovery

Caitlin Deane, PhD

See how St. Jude chemists approach drug discovery and development to make the therapies of tomorrow.

Research

Solving the mysterious case of DICER1 cancer predisposition for pediatric rhabdomyosarcoma

Alex Generous, PhD

Investigate the decades-long cold case that St. Jude researchers finally cracked.

Pharmaceutical Sciences

The turbulent chemistry behind smarter, safer therapeutics

Brian O'Flynn, PhD

Explore the ingenuity behind therapeutic optimization

Clinical Research

Reducing the risk of posterior fossa syndrome: Questions for Paul Klimo, MD

Paul Klimo, MD and Brian O'Flynn, PhD

Neurosurgeon Paul Klimo, MD, explains posterior fossa syndrome, and how surgeons can work to reduce its risk.

Research

Integrated sequencing approach delivers the most reliable pediatric AML diagnosis

Brian O'Flynn, PhD

See how combining sequencing approaches provides a ‘one-stop shop’ for diagnosing AML.

Pharmaceutical Sciences

Finding the balance between efficacy and toxicity in pediatric cancer treatment

Alex Generous, PhD

Discover how researchers find ways to improve treatments with genetic information.

Outreach

St. Jude affirms commitment to global childhood health at United Nations General Assembly

Lance Wiedower

The work of St. Jude Global was on display at the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly.

Profiles

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.

Global Health

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.

Profiles

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.

Palliative Care

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.

Blood Disorders

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.

Profiles

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.

Profiles

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.

Research

Common astrovirus can lead to serious health problems

Stacey Schultz-Cherry, PhD

This viral infection is so common nearly everyone has had it - and it can become deadly serious for those who have compromised immune systems.

Profiles

Science begets science: Betty Mortimer Roberts, PhD

Elizabeth Jane Walker

Betty Roberts researched the science of hockey’s slap shot and football’s field goal kick – and it changed both sports forever.