I am a Cancer Geneticist and Epidemiologist.
Luis G. Carvajal Carmona, Ph.D.
University of California - Davis
I have a passion for genetic discovery, with a focus on investigating the role of genetic risk factors in underserved minority populations. I hope our research contributes to helping people in the US and abroad and that it helps move us from cancer health disparities toward cancer health equity. I became interested in research at an early age, as I have been always a curious person. I love what I do and feel very fortunate to have found many colleagues who have been great friends and mentors. In addition to my passion for science and in particular for genetics, I am also a keen supporter of improving opportunities for researchers from all walks of life, including those who come from deprived communities and who are first-generation college graduates.
With regards to our current R01 study, we feel that the project is very important as it will help us understand in more detail the genetic etiology of gastric cancer. Gastric cancer is diagnosed in more than 1 million patients each year and is the second cause of mortality worldwide. Our study will focus on important research gaps in order to design better ways to prevent and treat this common and often fatal cancer.
Project Title | Grant Number | Program Director | Publication(s) |
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Genetic studies of homologous recombination deficiency in hispanic gastric cancer |
1R01CA223978-01 |
Damali Martin |
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