for collaborative research with the Department of Radiation Oncology

Congratulations to Dr. Lukasz Mazur, Head of the Division of Healthcare Engineering, on his receipt of a grant from the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ). The project is entitled “Enhancing Providers’ Ability to Follow-up Abnormal Test Results“. Drs. … Continued

In support of their research on healthcare outcomes

From the North Carolina Translational and Clinical Sciences Institute.

Dr. Bhisham Chera is the recipient of a seed grant from the UNC Institute of Healthcare Quality Improvement (IHQI) in support of his project entitled “Unplanned Inpatient Hospital Admissions for Cancer Patients“. The funding period for this grant is from July 1, 2014 through June 30, 2015. Well done, Dr. Chera!

Radiation oncologist Dr. Bhisham Chera is the recipient of funding from the North Carolina Cancer Hospital Endowment in support of his project “Developing an Acupuncture Program for Head and Neck Cancer Patients”. Congratulations, Dr. Chera!

Congratulations to UNC resident-turned-faculty-member Dr. Nate Sheets for his receipt of a pilot grant from the Carolina Community Network. The grant will support his research on “Disparity in receipt of multidisciplinary consultation and perceptions regarding treatment options among African American … Continued

Comparative study will focus on minority, underserved populations.

Developing the future of dosimetry education.

To develop carbon nanotube micro-RT technology for use in miniature CT scanners.