PIANPIAN CAO
I’m
joining the Department of Health Services Research at the
University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center as a tenure-track
assistant professor, starting on December 1st, 2023. I will
continue my career as an independent investigator, focusing on
developing quantitative models and methods to improve cancer prevention,
early detection, and survivorship. For instance, my upcoming projects
involve leading investigations into potential strategies aimed at
further reducing lung cancer incidence, recurrence, and mortality
burdens in the United States. Additionally, I aim to develop innovative
methods for studying disease progression and survivorship, with a
particular emphasis on identifying effective strategies to enhance
survival outcomes among cancer patients, using prostate and breast
cancer as primary examples.
My experience with CAsToR has been
invaluable. As a CAsToR trainee, I am sincerely grateful for
Drs. Rafael Meza and Jihyoun Jeon’s mentorship. They have provided
unwavering support across every aspect of my career, from research
projects to career guidance, interview tips, mock job talks, and much
more! Other faculty, staff, and fellow students, such as Dr. Andrew
Brouwer, Sarah Skolnick, Evelyn Mendoza, and Yoonseo Mok, among others,
within CAsToR, have been incredibly supportive and responsive, fostering
an environment conducive to idea exchange and inspiration. The
workshops and webinars hosted by CAsToR have proven immensely
beneficial, and I would appreciate additional webinars focusing on
career advice and grant writing.
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