News from Holden

Research

More Iowans surviving cancer than ever before 

The Iowa Cancer Registry at the University of Iowa has tracked cancer cases, survival rates, and deaths from canc

Innovation

Iowan sees new life after innovative cancer treatment

By participating in cutting-edge research at University of Iowa Health Care, Linda Jacobs beat cancer. Now, she is relishing time with her grandchildren, exploring new hobbies, and training a puppy.

Prevention

Grateful for world-class cancer care close to home

When Quad Cities resident Christen Schulte Phelps was diagnosed with a rare breast cancer, she only had t

Innovation Research

Foaming in on cancer

Taking inspiration from the culinary arts, Iowa researchers are exploring gas-entrapping materials to boost chemotherapy and radiation treatments.

From the Director

Burkard named director of UI Health Care Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center

After a national search, Mark Burkard, MD, PhD, has been selected to serve as director of Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center.

Student Spotlight: Laura Hovenga

Laura HovengaGrinnell, IowaSummer Cancer Undergraduate Research Program at Iowa, summer 2023