January 28, 2008 - Volume 3, Number 3

In this issue:

• Generation of lean mice suggests gene might be target for treatment of obesity
• City of Hope appoints distinguished chemist to chair molecular medicine
• Symposium to remember legendary colleague whose thinking knew no bounds
• Young investigator will use V Scholar grant to target blood cell malignancies
• Miley Cyrus’ music makes a difference in cancer research, treatment
• Industry leader establishes ovarian cancer fund
  

Friendly firemen
Arcadia Fire Department Captain Mike Lang, kneeling, visits with patient Jael Ulloa, 3, and his father Juan Ulloa, while members of Lang's fire unit distribute gifts.

Santa Claus and members of the Arcadia Fire Department piloted a fire truck to the Duarte, calif., campus in late December to deliver toys to City of Hope pediatric cancer patients.  Arcadia firefighters have provided toys for children at City of Hope during the holidays for several years.  (Photo by:  Thomas Brown)