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Lisa Decotret works to stop cancer in its tracks by understanding how it spreads
Lisa Decotret knows firsthand the destructive effects of cancer, she is a childhood cancer survivor herself. Decotret was diagnosed with Hodgkin’s lymphoma when she was 13 and received treatment at the Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario. After beating cancer, she decided to give back to the medical community by pursuing studies in cancer research.
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Research that’s more than skin deep: Q&A with Paulina Piesik
On the surface, our skin is a barrier surrounding our bodies. But underneath those layers, our skin tells a bigger story — it plays a vital role in protecting us from diseases.
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Putting Crohn’s and colitis under the microscope: Q&A with Shauna Crowley
Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis are gastrointestinal autoimmune diseases that can make it difficult for children to enjoy everyday activities and absorb the nutrients they need to grow. The researchers in Dr. Bruce Vallance’s lab at BC Children’s Hospital are dedicated to understanding why these debilitating diseases occur and how they can be treated. Shauna…