Investigating the Role of the MYCN Oncogene in Regulating Chemokine Expression in Neuroblastoma

Institution:
Children’s Hospital of PhiladelphiaResearcher(s):
Mykaela SalvacionGrant Type:
POST Program GrantsYear Awarded:
2023Type of Childhood Cancer:
NeuroblastomaProject Description:
Mentor Name: John Maris
Understanding the impact of MYCN degradation on chemokine
secretion as a mechanism to induce an immune response and tumor remodeling will inform
drug development efforts about the biological significance of MYCN-targeting compounds.
Co-funded by:
Northwestern Mutual Foundation