Lung Cancer Diagnosis And Treatment
56 researchers across 6 institutions
Researchers investigate lung cancer from multiple angles, focusing on improving early detection, understanding disease progression, and developing more effective therapeutic strategies. This includes exploring novel diagnostic biomarkers, enhancing the precision of medical imaging for tumor identification and staging, and studying the molecular mechanisms that drive tumor growth and metastasis. Work also encompasses evaluating the efficacy of existing and new pharmaceutical agents, understanding the role of the immune system in response to cancer, and investigating the biological underpinnings of lung cancer development.
Given Arkansas's historical patterns of lung cancer incidence, research in this area holds significant public health relevance for the state. Efforts to improve early diagnosis and treatment are directly aimed at reducing mortality and morbidity within Arkansas communities. Understanding the factors contributing to lung cancer disparities is also a key focus, with the potential to inform targeted public health interventions and policy.
This research draws upon expertise in cancer biology, pharmacology, immunology, and health services research. Engagement spans multiple Arkansas institutions, fostering a collaborative environment for addressing complex challenges in lung cancer diagnosis and treatment.
Top Researchers
| Name | Institution | h-index | Citations | Career Stage | Badges |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caroline Chiles | UAMS | 41 | 6,210 | High Impact | |
| Μ. D. Willard | UAMS | 27 | 2,379 | High Impact | |
| Thaddeus Bartter | UAMS | 25 | 2,423 | High Impact | |
| Prabhat Singh Malik | UAMS | 22 | 1,879 | High Impact | |
| Jonathan Williamson | UAMS | 22 | 1,758 | ||
| James Lindsay | University of Arkansas | 22 | 4,749 | High Impact | |
| Nikhil Meena | UAMS | 17 | 877 | ||
| Azemat Jamshidi‐Parsian | UAMS | 17 | 1,492 | Grant PI | |
| Sudhir Shah | UAMS | 17 | 858 | ||
| Matthew D. Thompson | UAMS | 16 | 868 | ||
| Susanne K. Jeffus | UAMS | 16 | 699 | ||
| G. Narayanasamy | UAMS | 15 | 872 | ||
| Konstantinos Arnaoutakis | UAMS | 13 | 613 | ||
| Stephen A. Mette | UAMS | 13 | 1,871 | ||
| Matthew A. Steliga | UAMS | 9 | 548 | ||
| Abdul Rafae | UAMS | 9 | 396 | ||
| Naghmehossadat Eshghi | UAMS | 7 | 210 | ||
| William T. Atchley | UAMS | 7 | 433 | ||
| Anand N. Venkata | UAMS | 7 | 139 | ||
| Eric K. Nguyen | University of Central Arkansas | 7 | 209 |
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Top US institutions in this area
- 1 The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center 3,357
- 2 Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center 2,644
- 3 Harvard University 2,144
- 4 Massachusetts General Hospital 1,894
- 5 Brigham and Women's Hospital 1,438
Cross-Institution Connections
Researchers at different institutions with overlapping expertise in Lung Cancer Diagnosis And Treatment.