The Cancer Research Society invests in the generation of researchers
FIRST SCHOLARSHIP FOR THE ANDY AND LENA CHABOT / CANCER RESEARCH SOCIETY FUND
MAY 10, 2018
The Cancer Research Society is proud to introduce Sara Marcine, a student who has received the first scholarship from the Andy and Lena Chabot / Cancer Research Society Fund, which aims at encouraging young scientists to pursue a career in cancer research. This scholarship was made possible thanks to the generosity of Andy Chabot, a cancer survivor who acted as President and Chief Executive Officer for the Cancer Research Society from 2008 to 2017, and his daughter Lena.
This $5,250 financial support will allow Sara to pursue a four-month internship during the summer of 2018 in Dr. Jim Petrik’s laboratory at the University of Guelph. Dr. Petrik’s work made the strongest impression at the Cancer Research Society’s last grant competition, by scoring the highest note among 472 applications. On her part, Sara demonstrated academic excellence throughout her undergraduate studies, leading to graduating with honours in Biomedical Sciences. Her commitment to causes such as Women in Science and Engineering and Cancer Awareness Society, also demonstrated her human qualities and a strong sense of awareness for important social matters.
“My background in Biomedical Sciences has introduced me to the basics of cancer and it has triggered my interest. This scholarship is an unparalleled opportunity to further explore this area of study through research. I am very excited because having experienced the hardships cancer can bring into people’s lives, I am given the chance to participate in the ongoing work towards eliminating them.” tells Sara Marcine.
As a member of Dr. Petrik’s lab, Sara will be working with a world-class team of researchers. Thanks to a grant offered by the Cancer Research Society in partnership with Ovarian Cancer Canada, Dr. Petrik’s team will carry on with a promising work aiming at improving the treatments offered to women with advanced ovarian cancer.
The Cancer Research Society hopes this experience will encourage Sara to pursue a career in cancer research and that her work will contribute to Dr. Petrik’s lab success.