#MicroscopeMonday ICYMI: @RutgersCancer @RWJBarnabas Dr. Saum Ghodoussipour, Dr. Vignesh Packiam, Dr. Tom Jang along with Dr. Hari S. Iyer and @RWJMS student Connor O'Leary have received a 2026 American Urological Association (AUA) Data Research Program Grant! @AmerUrological Their project uses U.S. real-world data to strengthen risk stratification models and advance intravesical therapies for non–muscle-invasive bladder cancer — work that continues to push the boundaries of precision care in urologic oncology. @saumyg @VigneshPackiam @TomJangUroOnc @hiyer_epi @Connor_J_OLeary

ICYMI: @RutgersCancer @RWJBarnabas Dr. Joseph Contessa has been appointed the Omar Boraie Endowed Chair in Molecular Medicine. 🔬 Read more ➡️: rutgers.edu/news/physician-s… #MicroscopeMonday @RutgersHealth @RWJMS @Rutgers_NJMS

This #MicroscopeMonday, we are proud to spotlight our Cancer Prevention and Control Research Program! The @RutgersCancer @RWJBarnabas Cancer Prevention and Control Research Program works to reduce the impact of cancer in New Jersey and beyond by turning scientific discoveries into real-world solutions that help prevent cancer, improve treatment, and support survivors. cinj.org/research/cancer-pre….

Researcher Spotlight! 🌟 Dr. Carolyn Heckman is Professor and Chief of Behavioral Sciences and Co-Leader of the Cancer Prevention and Control Program. Dr. Heckman's research program primarily focuses on developing, evaluating and disseminating innovative interventions to improve cancer risk and risk-reduction behaviors, with an emphasis on skin cancer prevention, tobacco use and cessation, and policy implementation. Learn more about Dr. Carolyn Heckman: cinj.org/researcher-profiles…. #MicroscopeMonday #MotivationMonday @RutgersCancer @RWJBarnabas

Researcher Spotlight! 🌟 Dr. Elisa Bandera is Professor and Chief of Cancer Epidemiology and Health Outcomes at @RutgersCancer and Co-Leader of the Cancer Prevention and Control Program. Her major research interests include the impact of obesity and body composition and related factors on breast and ovarian cancer risk, treatment outcomes and survival, with a focus on cancer health disparities. Learn more about the Bandera Research Program: cinj.org/research/bandera-re… #MicroscopeMonday @RWJBarnabas @elisa_bandera

In 2025 alone, @RutgersCancer had 307 research members and 411 active research projects. 🔬 Our state-of-the-art clinical care is fueled by our clinical research studies, enabling us to make some of the most important advances in the prevention and treatment of multiple cancer types. cinj.org/research #MicroscopeMonday

#MicroscopeMonday Do you know why all the beakers outside the labs at @RutgersCancer? 🤔🔬 Beakers are intentionally stored in the hallway to encourage impromptu interactions and discussions between researchers across different disciplines, encouraging collaboration among colleagues. Our research members have unique expertise in various translational aspects of cancer research and work collaboratively to translate the latest innovations in cancer research into tomorrow’s treatments for cancer patients. Learn more about our groundbreaking research ➡️ cinj.org/research @RWJBarnabas

For the 1 in 20 Americans facing a cancer diagnosis, new hope is not just a wish—it's essential. At @RutgersCancer and @RWJBarnabas, we’re dedicated to pioneering innovative treatments. Together, we're inching closer to a cure every day!❤️ 🔬 Learn more about cancer research happening at @RutgersCancer. #MicroscopeMonday

#MicroscopeMonday🔬ICYMI: @RutgersCancer's Christina Glytsou @glytsou and her research team have discovered why a powerful leukemia drug eventually fails in most patients – and found a potential way to overcome that resistance. Read more: rutgers.edu/news/scientists-… @RWJBarnabas @RWJMS @rutgershealth

💫 First Year Feature Monday 💫 Meet Alexandra Elias, MD! Alex is a first year AP/CP resident from Houston, TX. She completed her undergraduate studies at University of Houston and earned her medical degree from McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston. In her free time, Alex enjoys spending time with her family and friends, hiking, and lifting. She does not currently have a favorite LA restaurant because she is still exploring. Alex is currently undecided when it comes to pathology interests. We’re excited to have her on our team and look forward to seeing all she accomplishes. Welcome to the UCLA Pathology, Alex! #MeetOurResidents #Pathology #WelcomeNewResidents #PathMatch #Path2Path #MedLife #ResidentLife #MicroscopeMonday #PathX

💫 First Year Feature Monday 💫 Meet Victoria Lee, MD! Victoria is a first year AP/CP resident from Cupertino, CA. She completed her undergraduate studies and earned her medical degree from University of California Los Angeles. In her free time, Victoria enjoys hiking with her dog, trying new restaurants, reading, and watching TV. Her current favorite LA restaurant is Spoon & Pork. Victoria’s pathology interests are in women’s health and dermatopathology. We’re excited to have her on our team and look forward to seeing all she accomplishes. Welcome to the UCLA Pathology, Victoria! #MeetOurResidents #Pathology #WelcomeNewResidents #PathMatch #Path2Path #MedLife #ResidentLife #MicroscopeMonday #PathX

💫 First Year Feature Monday 💫 Meet Antonio Avalos-Perez, MD! Antonio is a first year AP/CP resident from Garden Grove, CA. He completed his undergraduate studies at University of California Berkeley and earned his medical degree from University of California San Francisco. He also completed a master's degree in public health from University of California Los Angeles. In his free time, Antonio enjoys watching movies at the cinema, gaming & board games, exploring up and coming tech, cooking, relaxing at the beach. His current favorite LA restaurant is Tsujita Artisan Noodle. Antonio's pathology interests include breast pathology & gynecologic pathology. We’re excited to have him on our team and look forward to seeing all he accomplishes. Welcome to UCLA Pathology, Antonio! #MeetOurResidents #Pathology #WelcomeNewResidents #PathMatch #Path2Path #MedLife #ResidentLife #MicroscopeMonday #PathX

💫 First Year Feature Monday 💫 Meet Donald Doanman, MD PhD! Donald is a first year AP/CP resident from Westminster, CA. He completed his undergraduate studies at University of California Davis and earned his dual degree from Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. In his free time, Donald enjoys scuba diving, volleyball, food adventures, gaming, traveling, and fitness. His current favorite LA restaurants are Brothers Cousins Tacos, Guisados, Kato, and Quán Mii. Donald's pathology interests include dermatopathology, autopsy/forensic science, gastrointestinal pathology, bioinformatics, and molecular pathology. We’re excited to have him on our team and look forward to seeing all he accomplishes. Welcome to UCLA Pathology, Donald! #MeetOurResidents #Pathology #WelcomeNewResidents #PathMatch #Path2Path #MedLife #ResidentLife #MicroscopeMonday #PathX

💫 First Year Feature Monday 💫 Meet Chayanit (Katie) Jumniensuk, MD! Katie is a first year AP/CP resident from Bangkok, Thailand. She earned her medical degree from Phramongkutklao College of Medicine. In her free time, Katie enjoys hiking and cooking. Her current favorite LA restaurants are Lawry’s The Prime Rib and Tacos Tamix Taco Truck. Katie’s pathology interests are in Hematopathology and Bone & Soft Tissue Pathology. We’re excited to have her on our team and look forward to seeing all she accomplishes. Welcome to UCLA Pathology, Katie! #MeetOurResidents #Pathology #WelcomeNewResidents #PathMatch #Path2Path #MedLife #ResidentLife #MicroscopeMonday #PathX

💫 First Year Feature Monday 💫 Meet UCLA Pathology's David Lauzier, MD! David is a first year AP/NP resident from Hickory, NC. He completed his undergraduate studies at University of North Carolina and earned his medical degree from Washington University in St. Louis. In his free time, David enjoys soccer, tennis, and reading. His current favorite LA restaurant is Holbox. David’s pathology interests are in Neuropathology. We’re excited to have him on our team and look forward to seeing all he accomplishes. Welcome to UCLA Pathology, David! #MeetOurResidents #Pathology #WelcomeNewResidents #PathMatch #Path2Path #MedLife #ResidentLife #MicroscopeMonday #PathX

Microscope meets mangroves 🧫🌿 Summer camp at the Environment Learning Center (@discoverelc) brings science to life! With the Celestron digital microscope, curious young minds are zooming into nature—studying leaves, insects, sand, and even water samples straight from their outdoor adventures. From shoreline to slide tray, discovery is in every detail. 🔬: Celestron Digital Microscope 📍: @discoverelc #STEMcamp #MicroscopeMonday #Celestron #ScienceExploration #OutdoorLearning #SummerCampScience #DigitalMicroscope #ELC #STEMeducation

Good morning! 🌞 It's in your DNA to innovate, explore, and invest wisely. 🧬🔬 Start your day with vision and value. $IE — where intelligence meets energy. ⚡💡 #Investing #StockMarket #DNA #Innovation #Science #MicroscopeMonday #GoodMorning #Finance #Energy #Biotech #WallStreet

I missed Friday so here’s a #microscopemonday for the people

Using retinal organoid model to enrich for retinal ganglion cells (the cell type commonly affected/lost in glaucoma) 👁️ #glaucoma #glaucomaawareness #glaucomaawarenessmonth #visionresearch #organoids #stemcells #sciart #microscopemonday

Retinal organoid section showing retinal ganglion cells labeled in green 👁️ #glaucoma #glaucomaawareness #glaucomaawarenessmonth #visionresearch #organoids #stemcells #sciart #microscopemonday