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Cancer in Hiding, Liver Fat, Body Clocks

Mon 19 May Doors open at 5:30pm; Event will last from 6:00pm to ~8:00pm
Sprout Café, 168 University Ave, Palo Alto (CA), CA 94301
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What do sleep cycles, liver disease, and prostate cancer have in common? More than you would think. Explore how our bodies keep time, how cancers hide in plain sight, and how fat and inflammation can quietly lead to something more serious. Three talks, one evening of surprising science.

Liver Under Siege: Fighting the Cancer Takeover

Cristabelle De Souza (Instructor, Stanford University)
Liver cancer is on the rise, but how does it develop? When fat builds up in the liver, it can trigger inflammation, scarring, and eventually cancer. Scientists are uncovering how cancer cells, immune cells, and scar tissue work together like a deadly orchestra. With cutting-edge technology, we are finding new ways to stop this process and develop better treatments. Could the key to a cure be closer than we think?
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Clocks That Time Us: Secret Timekeepers of Life

Mila Pamplona Barbosa (PhD Student, Stanford University)
Have you ever wondered why you sleep, feel hungry at certain times, or why teenagers seem to need more sleep? Why some animals are active at night while others are awake during the day? Join my talk to uncover the science behind our internal clocks—how they affect everything from our sleep patterns to the seasons—and discover how to use this knowledge to improve your daily life!
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Breaking the Sugar Barrier in Prostate Cancer

Ru Wen (Staff Scientist, Stanford University)
What if cancer cells could wear a disguise to hide from the immune system? In prostate cancer, certain sugars on the cell surface help them do just that. Researchers have found a key molecule behind this trick—and are now exploring how to unmask these cells, giving the body a better chance to fight back.
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