Name: Distinguished Lecture by Dr. R.K. Jain: Advancing Cancer Treatment
Start: 2025-03-29T13:00:00-04:00
End: 2025-03-29T15:00:00-04:00
Location: Lexington Community Center (Recreation & Human Services)

Distinguished Lecture by Dr. R.K. Jain: Advancing Cancer Treatment – From Mathematical Modeling to Patient Care
About this Event

Join us for an exclusive Distinguished Lecture by Dr. R.K. Jain, a pioneering leader in tumor biology whose groundbreaking research has transformed cancer treatment strategies. As the Director of the Edwin L. Steele Laboratory for Tumor Biology at Massachusetts General Hospital and the Cook Professor of Tumor Biology at Harvard Medical School, Dr. Jain has been recognized with the 2013 National Medal of Science and stands among the top 1% of cited researchers in clinical medicine. His work—spanning over 700 publications and earning him more than 90 awards—has fundamentally advanced our understanding of the physical and physiological barriers that affect the delivery and efficacy of molecular, nano-, and immuno-therapeutics.

In his talk, “Improving Cancer Treatment: From Mathematical Modeling to Patient Care”, Dr. Jain will detail how innovative mathematical models are driving tangible improvements in patient care. His presentation will bridge the gap between theory and practice, highlighting his strategies for translating laboratory breakthroughs into clinical applications that enhance treatment outcomes.

Event Format:

Introduction (5-10 minutes): A brief welcome by Samya
Main Lecture (40-45 minutes): Dr. R.K. Jain’s in-depth talk
Q&A Session (20 minutes): An opportunity to engage directly with Dr. Jain
Networking (20-30 minutes): Informal conversations with IIT-AGNE representatives, featuring short talks and a vote of thanks by Durriya and C. Ganesh, along with an overview of future engagements

Event Details:
Date: Saturday, March 29, 2025
Time: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Venue: LITTAUER L-280 ORTIZ-PATINO, Harvard Kennedy School

For further insight into Dr. Jain’s esteemed career and contributions, you may view his previous talks on YouTube or download his CV. Join us for this compelling lecture and network with thought leaders at the forefront of cancer research.