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Dr. Frances Jurnak, PhD Department of Physiology and Biophysics Dr. Frances Jurnak, PhD uses
computer modeling and cellular biology to investigate a molecule that is highly
expressed in tumors that do not have enough oxygen, called carbonic anhydrase
IX. This molecule is present in many large breast tumors and appears to impart
resistance to various therapies including radiation therapy. Dr Jurnak is also
investigating with collaborators new drugs to block the activity of this
molecule. |