USA Pathologist Appointment To State Breast Cancer Research Council

Dr.Chandrani Sarkar has been appointed to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation of Alabama (BCRFA) Medical Advisory Council to support advanced breast cancer research initiatives across the state. Sarkar is a cancer researcher at the USA Health Mitchell Cancer Institute and an assistant professor of pathology at the University of South Alabama (USA) Frederick P. Whiddon College of Medicine. The Medical Advisory Council consists of volunteer scientists who identify and recommend the most promising research projects in Alabama for potential funding by the BCRFA. Council members conduct a scientific evaluation of proposals to ensure resources are directed toward innovative ideas in breast cancer research. Sarkar has been involved in cancer research with an emphasis on the role of the tumor microenvironment in cancer progression, particularly the role of tumor neovascularization, since her predoctoral years. Sarkar’s research efforts have led to publications in high-impact peer-reviewed journals. She has also authored book chapters and presented her work at national and international professional meetings. BCRFA has invested more than $15 million in Alabama-based breast cancer research since 1996.