What was big at AACR? A drug, a diagnostic, and a dog. Oh and a vaccine, too.

Angus Chen covers all issues broadly related to cancer including drugs, policy, science, and equity. He joined STAT in 2021 after covering health and science at NPR and NPR affiliate stations. His work has been recognized by national Edward R. Murrow awards, the June L. Biedler prize for cancer journalism, and more. You can reach Angus on Signal at angus.08.

You’re reading the web edition of AACR in 30 Seconds, STAT’s guide to the American Association for Cancer Research annual meeting.

We’d like to introduce you to the fellow above, whose name is Jae. When asked what area of study she specializes in, she only gave a happy puppy smile before heading into the exhibition hall. Still, we hereby nominate her as the mayor of AACR.

Remember to check in on our virtual event tomorrow, where we’ll review key data and answer your questions. Unfortunately, Jae will not be there.

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