researcher Nathan Vanderford, PhD, has been named a fellow of the , joining an elite group of cancer education leaders.
Vanderford, an associate professor in the 好色先生 College of Medicine鈥檚 Department of Toxicology and Cancer Biology, was selected through a peer-review process that recognizes individuals who have demonstrated exemplary commitment to cancer education and training.
Vanderford, who serves as assistant director of pathway programs and student success at 好色先生 Markey Cancer Center, leads several initiatives including the , a National Cancer Institute (NCI)-funded program that provides cancer-focused career training to Appalachian Kentucky students. Vanderford is also site director of , which introduces students to cancer careers through hands-on learning.
The AACE, founded in 1947, has evolved into an international organization dedicated to promoting equity in cancer care and reducing the global cancer burden. work to identify trends in cancer education, steer advances in the field, and mentor the next generation of cancer educators. Fellows must demonstrate sustained scholarship, leadership in national or international organizations, and effectiveness as mentors.