UAMS Myeloma Center

12/10/2025

An inspiring patient story - check it out. https://news.uams.edu/2025/12/05/faith-in-arkansas-chris-bingamans-battle-with-multiple-myeloma/ UAMS Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute

For Chris Bingaman, every day is a special gift. In 1992, the Pennsylvania native was diagnosed with multiple myeloma, a prognosis that was initially believed to be terminal for him, maybe only having a few years to live. His story is primarily one of his heroic fight against the disease,…

12/09/2025

This is outstanding for cancer research! https://news.uams.edu/2025/12/02/uams-awarded-10-5-million-as-nationwide-hub-to-develop-biomarkers-for-human-diseases-including-cancer/

UAMS has received a five-year, $10.5 million NIH grant to expand its national proteomics resource, the only one of its kind in the U.S. Led by Alan Tackett, Ph.D., the center provides advanced protein analysis to researchers nationwide, supporting discoveries that lead to new diagnostics, therapies....

12/08/2025

Great news regarding cancer innovation! https://news.uams.edu/2025/11/24/uams-receives-1-5-million-nci-grant-to-train-next-generation-of-cancer-innovators/

UAMS has received a $1.5 million National Cancer Institute grant to launch CADET, a new graduate-level certificate program that trains scientists to commercialize cancer-related technologies.

12/05/2025

A chance to honor someone special!

The Miracle Star tree will shine brightly again in the Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute lobby, bringing warmth and hope to the patients and families who walk through our doors during the holiday season.

Be a part of this cherished tradition by sponsoring a Miracle Star— just $4 each — in honor or in memory of someone special. Stars may be ordered online, and a confirmation will be sent to the honoree, or to their family, by email or U.S. mail.

Learn more and order: https://cancer.uams.edu/get-involved/fundraising-events/miracle-stars/buy-miracle-star/

12/04/2025

Coping with Cancer support group Tuesday, Dec. 9, 1-2:30 p.m. in the Barlogie Conference Room at the UAMS Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute.

12/02/2025

Town Hall in Forrest City on Wednesday, Dec. 3 hosted by UAMS Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute. https://news.uams.edu/2025/11/18/uams-winthrop-p-rockefeller-cancer-institute-to-host-dec-3-town-hall-in-forrest-city/

The public is invited to a community town hall meeting on cancer prevention and screening at noon Wednesday, Dec. 3, at Arkansas Delta Community Connections, Woodruff Electric Cooperative, 3201 Highway 1 North, in Forrest City. Hosted by the UAMS Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute Community Ou...

12/01/2025

UAMS Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute is hosting a Cancer Clinical Trials Town Hall in Monticello on Tuesday, Dec. 2. https://news.uams.edu/2025/11/20/uams-winthrop-p-rockefeller-cancer-institute-to-host-town-hall-on-clinical-trials-in-monticello-on-dec-2/

The public is invited to a town hall meeting about cancer clinical trials at noon Tuesday, Dec. 2, at the Monticello Branch Library, 114 W. Jefferson Ave., in Monticello, Arkansas. The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute is hosting the free eve...

11/28/2025

Interesting story on cancer research and those in rural areas. https://news.uams.edu/2025/11/13/uams-study-finds-digital-barriers-may-limit-rural-cancer-survivors-from-participating-in-research/

LITTLE ROCK — Limited access to digital resources may be one reason why rural cancer survivors are underrepresented in cancer research, according to researchers at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Institute for Community Health Innovation. Researchers found that rural cancer ...

11/26/2025

Congratulations to Dr. Birrer on this tremendous honor! https://news.uams.edu/2025/11/19/uams-cancer-institute-director-michael-j-birrer-m-d-ph-d-inducted-into-american-academy-of-sciences-and-letters/ UAMS Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute

Michael J. Birrer, director of the Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute at UAMS, was invested as a member of the American Academy of Arts & Letters Nov. 12. The honor recognizes his decades of scientific leadership and pioneering work in gynecologic oncology.

11/25/2025

Great recognition for the UAMS Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute!

UAMS was voted Best in Arkansas in AMP’s (Arkansas Money & Politics) Best of 2025 awards, as chosen by AMP readers! Thank you! 🎉👏❤️

11/24/2025

The Myeloma Center social workers held a Thanksgiving Party for the patients in F7! Delicious snacks were provided and the party included several lively rounds of bingo with great prizes. Leah Goldsholl, Myeloma Center social work intern, was the bingo caller. Patients also participated in a game of Thanksgiving trivia. Everyone had a great time and also learned a few historical facts about the Thanksgiving holiday. The patients shared how much they enjoyed the party to various members of our staff. Well done! UAMS Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute

11/20/2025

Coping with Cancer support group Tuesday, Nov. 25, 1-2:30 p.m. in the Barlogie Conference Room at the UAMS Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute.