UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center

02/27/2026

The first UNC Lineberger Endometrial Cancer Center of Excellence retreat brought together physicians, trainees and patient advocates to discuss advancing research and clinical care for endometrial cancer.

Included was the announcement of a five-year, $11.2 million Specialized Program of Research Excellence (SPORE) grant from the National Cancer Institute!
https://unclineberger.org/news/inaugural-endometrial-cancer-center-of-excellence-retreat-strengthens-fight-against-endometrial-cancer/

02/26/2026

A single sample. Clearer insights. In a collaboration between several labs at UNC Lineberger, Laura Peng, PhD, Ian McCabe and Elena Kharitonova have developed a new way to analyze one patient sample and identify key cell types around a tumor.

This information could help guide more personalized cancer treatment.

Published in Cell Reports Medicine, researchers have defined cancer-associated fibroblast (CAF) subtypes that are clinically robust, prognostic, and predictive of immunotherapy response.

02/25/2026

UNC Lineberger's Linda Van Le, MD shares the warning signs of ovarian cancer. The lack of screening and vague symptoms mean ovarian cancer is typically not found until it’s in an advanced stage.

This reproductive cancer is difficult to catch early.

02/24/2026

Study findings from UNC Lineberger's Marissa Hall, PhD, and colleagues suggest the current US alcohol warning label may no longer be an effective tool for communicating alcohol-related health risks to consumers.

“This study suggests that the current alcohol warning label leaves a lot to be desired when it comes to capturing people’s attention," Hall explained.

February 12, 2026 Only about one in four adult alcohol consumers in the United States has read the federal alcohol health warning in the past month — and even fewer remember what it says, according to new research led by Dr. Marissa Hall.

02/23/2026

UNC Lineberger has launched a resource for downloadable, shareable, and aggregated health data, which will help researchers, policymakers and healthcare providers across the state!

“Compiling these data and putting it all in one place will make information searching, research idea generation, and monitoring public health actions more convenient,” said UNC Lineberger's Lisa Spees, PhD.

The tool is a one-stop resource for downloadable, shareable, and aggregated health data, which will help researchers, policymakers and healthcare providers better respond to concerning cancer trends and health needs throughout the state.

02/23/2026

”Fortunately, with new technology, a lot that we are employing here at UNC, we are able to diagnose patients at a much earlier stage and at a point where they can be cured.” 🩵

02/23/2026

We were honored to host the 3rd Annual Perri Leukemia Symposium and grateful for the CPM Board of Directors’ $25,000 donation supporting leukemia and AML research at UNC Lineberger. Together, we’re moving this important work forward 🙌

02/20/2026

Chad Pecot, MD, leads cancer RNA research at UNC Lineberger, creating innovative therapies and promising treatment strategies for multiple cancer mutations.

“Once I finally got in the lab and realized that you could use your mind to help people, and that research can be exciting and move fast, I was hooked,” he said.

Chad Pecot, MD, leads cancer RNA research at UNC Lineberger, creating innovative therapies and promising treatment strategies for multiple cancer mutations.

02/19/2026

Join leading researchers and trainees for a full day of talks, posters, and networking focused on chromatin dynamics, epigenetic regulation, and emerging technologies on March 12!

Keynote speaker: Shiv Grewal, PhD

The registration deadline is March 6 at noon.
https://unclineberger.org/event/9th-annual-chromatin-and-epigenetics-symposium/

02/19/2026

One of the most precise forms of radiation treatment is coming to the Triangle region!

Proton therapy delivers radiation directly to tumors and does not affect surrounding health tissue, which can lead to fewer side effects, faster recovery, and better long-term outcomes.

One of the most precise forms of radiation treatment is coming to the UNC Health system, officials said Tuesday.

02/18/2026

UNC Lineberger's Jack Griffith, PhD, will present a talk this Sunday on how photographing DNA in action has helped forged our current understanding of molecular biology!

Register today:

Our INSIDER TRADING series are designed for in-person skill and knowledge sharing. Each meetup narrows in on a specific area of expertise along with an accomplished ambassador. Our guest begins by introducing themself and their work. The second half is open to the natural evolution of particular que

02/18/2026

The innovative Women’s Cancer Wellness Clinic is designed to help women navigate life after cancer treatment. The clinic focuses on managing issues that often go overlooked in traditional oncology care.

“Our intention is to support an ‘old’ problem with a new opportunity for care,” said Jordan T. Lee, PhD, Program Manager for the Triple Negative Breast Cancer Center (TNBC) at UNC Lineberger.

UNC Launches the Women’s Cancer Wellness Clinic to Support Survivors Beyond Treatment February 3, 2026 By jasmckoy CHAPEL HILL, N.C —The University of North Carolina has introduced an innovative Women’s Cancer Wellness Clinic designed to help women navigate life after cancer treatment. The cli...