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Prof. Barbara Grünwald is a trained Molecular Biotechnologist with a PhD in Experimental Medicine from the Technical University in Munich. Following a postdoctoral research stay at the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre (PMCC) in Toronto, she now holds dual appointments as full professor of tumor heterogeneity and translational systems biology at the University Hospital Essen and as affiliate scientist at PMCC. Her research is focused on tumor-host interactions in solid tumors with a particular focus on pancreatic cancer and tissue self-organizational mechanisms that underlie malignant behaviour.  You can find Barbara’s research on:

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“I have always been absolutely stunned by the fact that several trillion cells in our bodies are able to coordinate and build up a walking, talking organism. My work in cancer biology has been extremely rewarding since it brought me closer to understanding how tissue biology works but also how it can be harnessed and manipulated for a greater benefit. I greatly enjoy the collaborative academic environment and I consider my involvement in the training of young researchers a tremendous privilege.”

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Prof. Tibor Szarvas is a urooncology researcher specializing in bladder and prostate cancer. His particular interest lies in the research of the rare tumor entity of urachal cancer, with a broad spectrum ranging from epidemiology through molecular analyses to clinical aspects.

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“I believe that better insight into the molecular background of these tumors will shape future therapeutic decision-making, leading to better survival and quality of life for the patients. I find fulfillment in mentoring aspiring researchers and fostering collaboration within the scientific community.”