Investigator Insights
Meet the people who conduct research at St. Jude as they share their stories of life in science.
Searching for John Smith: Out of the Shadows
Even though he treated patients and conducted research until 1978, little was known about John W. Smith, the first African American physician at St. Jude.
Research Staff of the Year honoree Ilaria Iacobucci loves her work more than she misses Italy
Staff scientist in Charles Mullighan’s pathology lab praised for new experimental approaches to leukemia pathogenesis and for helping others.
The emotional toll of pediatric oncology
Read how this pediatric oncologist describes hers and her patient’s journey through cancer treatment.
How my global journey led to St. Jude
An early dream of being an astronaut planted the seeds of exploration and making a difference in this college dean.
The 17 Samurai
Hiroto Inaba: scientist, pediatric oncologist and "first son" of an old samurai family. His unfortunate enemy: childhood cancer.
Bringing your science out of the journal and into the world
Using these five tips in communicating science will lead to positive feelings, more awareness and credibility.
With Brian Sorrentino, it was about more than just the science
His work to discover a cure for SCID revealed his talent as a scientist and collaborator. Read about his discovery and why it’s bittersweet.
‘There’s no bad weather, only bad clothes’
It wasn’t that big of a culture shock to come from Sweden to Memphis, and then she experienced the heat and humidity and reconsidered everything.
Postdoc survival guide: On the road to big discovery, you’re allowed to stumble on your first steps
New lab, new investigators, new personalities, new team – learn how to make it in your first year as a postdoc.
Skipping the flu vaccine? It’s not just about you
The flu can be devastating for those most at-risk. It’s also highly contagious. You still think getting the flu is just about you?