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Patrick Hwu: It was a beautiful representation of why we all got into this field
Jun 13, 2024, 09:46

Patrick Hwu: It was a beautiful representation of why we all got into this field

Patrick Hwu shared on X:

“Last week at ASCO24, there was a storyboard wall where artists illustrated stories about ‘What ignited your passion for oncology?’ It was a beautiful representation of why we all got into this field.

So, what ignited your passion? Drop a comment below!”

Source: Patrick Hwu/X

Dr. Patrick Hwu, MD, currently serves as the President and CEO of Moffitt Cancer Center. With a focus on understanding the dynamics between tumors and the immune system, Dr. Hwu’s research has been pivotal in advancing gene-modified T cell therapy.

He notably contributed seminal work on the development of the first chimeric antigen receptor aimed at combating cancer. His research portfolio extends to vaccines, adoptive T-cell therapies, and mechanisms of immune resistance.