Wednesday, Dec 17, 2025
12:30 PM in Central Time (US and Canada)
With Angela Hirbe, M.D., Ph.D.
Associate Professor of Medicine and Pediatrics / Director, Adult Neurofibromatosis Clinical Program
Division of Oncology, Sarcoma Section at Washington University School of Medicine

Join us for an educational meeting featuring Dr. Angela Hirbe, a Project Dream awardee and Associate Professor of Medicine and Pediatrics. Dr. Hirbe is also the Director of the Adult Neurofibromatosis Clinical Program at Washington University School of Medicine.

During this meeting, she will present her groundbreaking research on how the presence of an extra copy of chromosome 8 influences the development and treatment resistance of malignant peripheral nerve sheath tumors (MPNSTs). This aggressive cancer can affect individuals with neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1). By investigating how this genetic alteration impacts cell behavior and drug response, the research aims to identify new and more effective targeted therapies to improve survival for these patients.

Following Dr. Hirbe's presentation, we will hear from Samantha Blain, Patient Education Manager at Alexion, who will discuss "Productive Conversations with Healthcare Providers."

We look forward to your participation in this insightful discussion.