Upper Michigan Brain Tumor Center

10/24/2021

Join us this week for International Brain Tumor Awareness week! We have merch sales going on in Jamrich on Monday and Tuesday, followed by two amazing guest speakers on Wednesday and Friday. Finally, join us for an open lab on Thursday night catered by Border Grill! See the flyer below for details on how to join us this week!

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Here are the "clickable" links

Dr. Rovin's Talk: https://nmu.zoom.us/j/93636010445?pwd=TWk0eVNyd3Yra2dLbXNyVVZPa1VmQT09

Dr. Balyasnikova's Talk: https://nmu.zoom.us/j/99114353651?pwd=WTNhdGRTdlFpZnRlRjA4emJ4andidz09

Any inquiries can be emailed to draymond@nmu.edu

04/14/2021

This week's Student Research Spotlight!

Originally from Grand Rapids, I am a senior at NMU and will soon receive my Bachelor's degree in Biochemistry. My future plans are to attend the University of Michigan in pursuit of my Ph.D. in Chemical Biology. At the UMBTC, my research project focused on the effects of estradiol on brain cancer cells but in general, my research interests range from cancer biology to RNA expression. My previous research experience is with Dr. Williams, where we worked with acid phosphatase from mung beans! Some of my hobbies include hiking, plants, and adventuring with my dogs!

04/05/2021

This week's Student Research Spotlight!

Hello! I am a graduate student from the Republic of Panama, currently pursuing a Master's Degree in Psychological Science at NMU. I have been collecting data for my thesis in the UMBTC lab for almost a year. My project focuses on Fluoxetine as a novel treatment to attenuate cisplatin-induced cognitive impairments. This project has allowed me to better understand the brain at a molecular level. After finishing my master's, I would like to turn my persistent questions into a Ph.D. and a career that enables me to consistently think about neuroscience topics.

Besides working in the lab, I am also a Graduate Teaching Assistant and communicate neuroscience to Spanish-speaking communities. In my free time, I like to play with my dogs, go on hikes, and read dystopian novels.

03/25/2021

Student Research Spotlight!

This is Allison Riehl, one of our senior lab members. Here's a little bit about Allison!

"I am from Macomb, MI around Detroit. My major is Cell and Molecular Neuroscience and I will be graduating in May. I am in the process of applying to medical school at Michigan State University and have plans to become a Psychiatrist. Within my 3 years in the UMBTC, my main project has been determining the effects of Fluoxetine, a common antidepressant, on glioblastoma cell lines. This project has perfectly mixed my interests within the field of mental health psychology and biology. When I’m not in the research lab, I spend most of my time at work as a direct care worker for individuals with mental disabilities. Supporting my residents and facilitating improvement in them is extremely rewarding. I hope to translate these important skills I’ve learned within my job and the UMBTC into my future career as a doctor!"

08/30/2020

Ryan was such a special part of our lab and we are so proud to be able to honor him everyday through our continued work and research ❤️

Curtis Aho is scheduling 10-minute photo sessions in Marquette to raise money for UP Brain Tumor Center.

08/05/2020

The IncredibleBank Hope Starts Here Challenge raises funds and awareness for the Upper Michigan Brain Tumor Center (UMBTC). The UMBTC is a collaborative effort between UP Health System, Northern Michigan University and the Superior Health Foundation. Its mission is to empower patients and families dealing with brain tumor advocacy, research, education, and treatment.
FAQ's for the 2020 Hope Starts Here Challenge:
1. How does a virtual event work?
You will sign up for the event you chose on our registration website, then anytime between August 22 and August 30 you will complete your event on your own, anywhere you’d like. We encourage you to share a picture and a post afterward on our Facebook event page!
2. Will there be awards this year?
There will be no medals or trophies given out this year, however, our competitive athletes can log into their RunSignUp account to submit their self-timed results to see where they placed. (We’ll likely give a shoutout to our top finishers on our Facebook event page).
3. Since it’s a virtual event, when and how will I get my Hope Starts Here t-shirt?
T-shirts will be shipped directly to you this year! Shirts will be shipped in two separate batches. To receive your t-shirt before the start of our week-long event, you must register no later than August 2. (We recommend this so that you can wear your shirt while you do your event). If you register after August 2nd, you’ll receive your t-shirt roughly 2-3 weeks after the event concludes. Important: Please be sure that we have your current mailing address on file when you register through RunSignUp.
4. Do I have to be in the Marquette-area to participate?
Nope! The beauty of the virtual event is that you can participate literally ANYWHERE, so please share the word with your out-of-town friends and family and encourage them to sign up, too!
5. How do I sign up?
Since we won’t be gathering in person this year, the only way to register is through this link: https://runsignup.com/Race/MI/Marquette/HopeStartsHereChallenge
6. I have more questions. Who do I contact?
Hop on over to our RunSignUp page and click “Contact Race” to send our Planning Team a message!

Sign up: https://runsignup.com/Race/MI/Marquette/HopeStartsHereChallenge

The 2021 IncredibleBank Hope Starts Here Challenge is on Saturday May 8, 2021 to Sunday May 16, 2021. It includes the following events: Virtual Half Marathon, Virtual 31K Challenge, Virtual Duathlon, Virtual Duathlon Team, Virtual 10 Mile Mountain Bike, Molly's Mile - Virtual 12 and Under Kids Run,....

06/24/2020

Click the link to sign up!
https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Frunsignup.com%2FRace%2FMI%2FMarquette%2FHopeStartsHereChallenge%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR0os1wrctLi9jCg2xwPnBTRECFqhomragBlGwvNjs5TMVMqMPc8W5URZoM&h=AT1XFubzextm5cAjNrHyGIdiHNCJ4efv4FC8eSSUmDBTcGGXeJwXwhk_-Pdl89WEAt4ilus2rTl5gUFSqx0hlzQ9sCJ_Sc65BE1z5vpOElYXMmNV90hWn7al00TWahftXPUdjQ

The 2020 IncredibleBank VIRTUAL Hope Starts Here Challenge is on Saturday August 22, 2020 to Sunday August 30, 2020. It includes the following events: Virtual Half Marathon, Virtual Duathlon, Virtual Duathlon Team, Molly's Mile - Virtual 12 and Under Kids Run, Virtual Leisure Walk, Virtual 10K Run,....

06/02/2020

Hello all! The 16th Annual Walk in the Park for Brain Tumor Research is still happening! They are doing a virtual version so participants can maintain social distancing and participate from wherever they are!
Here are the details from the Walk in the Park coordinators:

We are doing a virtual event this year, meaning that people can sign up and walk anywhere (practicing safe social distancing, of course). The date of the virtual walk is June 27th, or people can walk on any other day they choose. The idea on June 27th is for people to post pics and videos to our page throughout the day to make it a truly virtual event.

People can register by ordering a t-shirt online, which will be shipped to them directly. The deadline for ordering t-shirts is June 8th. More details can be found at http://eskywalkinthepark.com/.

Please check it out!