Michael Cookson
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Study reveals an inherited origin of prostate cancer in families
Vanderbilt researchers have identified haplotypes, ancestral fragments of DNA, that are associated with hereditary prostate cancer in a first-of-its-kind genomic study made possible by the study of prostate cancer patients with family histories of the disease. Read MoreApr 8, 2020
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New fluorescing agent shines light on bladder cancer cells
Two urologic surgeons at Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center are among a leading group of cancer physicians using an innovative new imaging agent and blue light system to “light up” cancerous cells inside the bladder. Read MoreFeb 28, 2013
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Vanderbilt-led study reveals racial disparities in prostate cancer care
Racial differences exist in quality surgical care, new research from VICC finds. Read MoreAug 30, 2012