Antoni Ribas (professor)
Antoni Ribas (pronounced An-toh-nee Ree-bahs) is a renowned professor and researcher in the field of oncology, specifically focusing on melanoma research.
Pronunciation
The name Antoni Ribas is pronounced as An-toh-nee Ree-bahs.
Etymology
The name Antoni is of Latin origin, derived from the Roman family name Antonius. Ribas is a common surname in Catalonia, Spain, and it means "banks" or "shores" in Catalan.
Career
Antoni Ribas is a professor of medicine, surgery, and molecular and medical pharmacology at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). He is also the director of the Tumor Immunology Program at the Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center (JCCC) and the chair of the Melanoma Committee at the Southwest Oncology Group.
Research
Ribas's research primarily focuses on genetic therapy and immunotherapy for melanoma. He has made significant contributions to the understanding of how the immune system can be effectively used to fight cancer cells. His work has led to the development of new drugs and treatment strategies for melanoma, improving survival rates and quality of life for patients.
Related Terms
- Oncology: The study and treatment of tumors.
- Melanoma: A type of skin cancer that develops from the pigment-producing cells known as melanocytes.
- Immunotherapy: A type of cancer treatment that helps your immune system fight cancer.
- Genetic Therapy: A type of medical treatment that uses genes to treat or prevent disease.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Antoni Ribas (professor)
- Wikipedia's article - Antoni Ribas (professor)
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