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Robert Judson-Torres, PhD, a research faculty member in the Department of Dermatology at Huntsman Cancer Institute, shares insights into his journey as a melanoma researcher and the intricacies of his work. With a focus on understanding melanocytes and their role in skin cancer development, Judson-Torres navigates the complexities of scientific inquiry with determination and passion. Drawing parallels to his childhood explorations and his admiration for characters like Indiana Jones, he underscores the importance of interdisciplinary studies and collaboration to understand the mysteries of cancer. Outside the lab, Dr. Judson-Torres enjoys running in the mountains and spending time with his family, including his two-year-old daughter and his German shepherd. As he mentors the next generation of scientists, he remains steadfast in his commitment to advancing knowledge and innovation in cancer research, envisioning a future where his efforts yield breakthroughs in prevention, intervention, and treatment strategies.
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Robert Judson-Torres, PhD (Profile): https://medicine.utah.edu/faculty/robert-l-judson-torres
Skin Cancers: https://healthcare.utah.edu/huntsmancancerinstitute/skin-cancer
Insights About Melanocytes Could Lead to Targeted Melanoma Treatments (Blog post from Huntsman Cancer Institute): https://healthcare.utah.edu/huntsmancancerinstitute/news/2021/09/insights-about-melanocytes-could-lead-targeted-melanoma-treatments
Huntsman Cancer Institute's Cancer Learning Center: https://healthcare.utah.edu/huntsmancancerinstitute/wellness-support/cancer-learning-center
This information was accurate as of July 21, 2020. Consult local medical authority or your healthcare provider for specific advice.
ABOUT HUNTSMAN CANCER INSTITUTE:
Huntsman Cancer Institute at the University of Utah is a nationally recognized research center and treatment hospital in Salt Lake City. We serve patients with all types of cancer, who come from throughout the Mountain West, including Utah and parts of Idaho, Montana, Nevada, and Wyoming.
Our doctors and scientists include world-renowned experts dedicated to the highest quality standards and driven by the commitment to improve the lives of people affected by cancer.
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Robert Judson-Torres, PhD, a research faculty member in the Department of Dermatology at Huntsman Cancer Institute, shares insights into his journey as a melanoma researcher and the intricacies of his work. With a focus on understanding melanocytes and their role in skin cancer development, Judson-Torres navigates the complexities of scientific inquiry with determination and passion. Drawing parallels to his childhood explorations and his admiration for characters like Indiana Jones, he underscores the importance of interdisciplinary studies and collaboration to understand the mysteries of cancer. Outside the lab, Dr. Judson-Torres enjoys running in the mountains and spending time with his family, including his two-year-old daughter and his German shepherd. As he mentors the next generation of scientists, he remains steadfast in his commitment to advancing knowledge and innovation in cancer research, envisioning a future where his efforts yield breakthroughs in prevention, intervention, and treatment strategies.
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Robert Judson-Torres, PhD (Profile): https://medicine.utah.edu/faculty/robert-l-judson-torres
Skin Cancers: https://healthcare.utah.edu/huntsmancancerinstitute/skin-cancer
Insights About Melanocytes Could Lead to Targeted Melanoma Treatments (Blog post from Huntsman Cancer Institute): https://healthcare.utah.edu/huntsmancancerinstitute/news/2021/09/insights-about-melanocytes-could-lead-targeted-melanoma-treatments
Huntsman Cancer Institute's Cancer Learning Center: https://healthcare.utah.edu/huntsmancancerinstitute/wellness-support/cancer-learning-center
This information was accurate as of July 21, 2020. Consult local medical authority or your healthcare provider for specific advice.
ABOUT HUNTSMAN CANCER INSTITUTE:
Huntsman Cancer Institute at the University of Utah is a nationally recognized research center and treatment hospital in Salt Lake City. We serve patients with all types of cancer, who come from throughout the Mountain West, including Utah and parts of Idaho, Montana, Nevada, and Wyoming.
Our doctors and scientists include world-renowned experts dedicated to the highest quality standards and driven by the commitment to improve the lives of people affected by cancer.
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SUBSCRIBE to learn more: youtube.com/@HuntsmanCancerInstitute
HUNTSMAN CANCER INSTITUTE ACROSS THE WEB:
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INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/huntsmancancerinstitute
LINKEDIN: linkedin.com/company/huntsman-cancer-institute
X: twitter.com/huntsmancancer
#HuntsmanCancerInstitute #melanocytes #cancerresearch #patientcare #cancertreatment #nationalcancerplan #Every1HasARole
