Unleashing atomic energy on cancer: Moving from Oppenheimer to theranostics

Wednesday, September 18th, 1:00 PM

Learn how Wisconsin is becoming an international leader in theranostics (think therapy + diagnostics), which delivers highly targeted treatment to tumors, reducing the collateral damage such treatments can cause to the rest of the body. Wisconsin’s leadership in this area could prove to be an economic boon for the state.

Panelists: Zachary Morris, Jamey Weichert, Greg Piefer
Moderator: Howard Bailey
Location: Virtual session
Tickets: Free online registration at captimesideafest.com
Sponsor: Presented by UW Health | Carbone Cancer Center

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