The Cancer Center at Illinois (CCIL) is training the next generation of cancer researchers. We offer this Q&A series “Get to Know a Cancer Scholar” to provide readers a connection with the amazing trainees who comprise the CCIL’s cohort of student-researchers. This is the eleventh installment.
Cancer Scholar: Ruei-yuan Tu
Major: Bioengineering
What interested you in the Cancer Scholars Program?
I was interested in doing cancer research, leading me to join the Cancer Scholars Program.
What have you learned during your time in the Cancer Scholars Program?
I have learned the newest and most up-to-date research on different types of cancer.
Why is doing cancer research personally meaningful to you?
I have had family that was diagnosed with cancer.
How would you explain your research project to a friend outside science?
My research project at Carle is analyzing pediatric cardiac MR to predict if acute rejection will happen.
What are your future career goals and how has Cancer Scholars influenced these goals?
I am more interested in pursuing graduate studies after finishing my undergraduate studies.
What advice would you give to someone who is interested in doing cancer research?
I would advise that don’t be afraid to reach out to professors or students that are doing cancer research you are interested in.
What hobby or interest helps you recharge after a long week?
I really enjoy drawing and hanging out with my friends to recharge after a long week.
What is your favorite study spot on campus?
I enjoy studying at BrewLab.
Stay tuned for more weekly installments in our “Get to Know a Cancer Scholar” series.
Editor’s notes:
This story was written by Craig Richard, CCIL Educational Engagement Postdoctoral Scholar.