Pharmacogenomic Determinants in Cardio-Oncology

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Students will engage in research exploring the metabolism, disposition and clinical utilization of clinically useful anticancer drugs.

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Project description

Research projects in my lab focus on:

  1. the characterization of genetic and epigenetic determinants involved in the metabolism and disposition of clinically useful anticancer drugs,
  2. analysis of the patterns of clinical utilization of pharmacogenetics tests,
  3. patient-oriented research in collaboration with clinical oncologists and cardiologists.

Project outcome

The specific outcomes of this project will be identified by the faculty mentor at the beginning of your collaboration. 

Project details

Timing, eligibility and other details
Length of commitment About a semester (3-5 months)
Start time Anytime
In-person, remote, or hybrid?
Hybrid
Level of collaboration Collaboration with faculty, students (undergrads and grads), and post-doctoral researchers
Benefits Academic Credit
Who is eligible Independent thinker, Ability to work independently, Basic understanding of experimental design, Basic understanding of biostatistics, Some laboratory experience is desirable
Goldwater and the National Science Foundation

Students participating in this project might be interested in and eligible for the Goldwater Scholarship and the National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship. Connect with the Office of Fellowships and Scholarships to learn more.

Project mentor

Javier Blanco

Associate Professor

Pharmaceutical Sciences

470 Pharmacy Building

Phone: (716) 645-4820

Email: jgblanco@buffalo.edu

Start the project

  1. Email the project mentor using the contact information above to express your interest and get approval to work on the project. (Here are helpful tips on how to contact a project mentor.)
  2. After you receive approval from the mentor to start this project, click the button to start the digital badge. (Learn more about ELN's digital badge options.) 

Preparation activities

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Keywords

Pharmaceutical Sciences