May 28, 2024
On May 23rd, Friends of Cancer Research hosted a public webinar, “Friends’ Cell Therapies Webinar for Advocates,” spotlighting the pivotal role of patient advocacy and cell and gene therapies in cancer care. Dr. Alex Marson from Gladstone Institutes presented CRISPR’s potential in cancer immunotherapy, while Chris White, author and patient advocate, shared his journey with metastatic melanoma and the success of a tumor-infiltrating lymphocytes (TIL) therapy trial, emphasizing the impact of cell therapies in remission. The webinar bridged the gap between research and tangible patient outcomes by facilitating an open dialogue and an engaging Q&A session between the live audience and panelists.
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