Associate Vice President
Faculty Diversity, Equity and Inclusion;
Mattie Allen Fair Professor in Cancer Research;
Tenured Professor
Department of Experimental Radiation Oncology
Division of Radiation Oncology
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
Houston, TX
For lauded research contributions to defining the effects of radiation on normal tissues, which has resulted in the characterization of complications that may arise as a result of radiation therapy and helped guide the improvement of radiation therapy usage to improve cancer patient outcomes. Dr. Travis is also recognized for her steadfast dedication to the advancement of women in science through her leadership in serving as an advocate for women cancer researchers and for championing the recruitment and retainment of women and minority cancer researchers.
The AACR-Women in Cancer Research Charlotte Friend Lectureship was established in 1998 in honor of renowned virologist and discoverer of the Friend virus, Charlotte Friend, PhD, for her pioneering research on viruses, cell differentiation, and cancer. This lectureship recognizes an outstanding female or male scientist who has made meritorious contributions to the field of cancer research and who has, through leadership or by example, furthered the advancement of women in science.
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