Cancer Prevention Topic of Science Cafe Feb. 17

Feb. 16, 2015

Everyone has known someone affected by some form of cancer. The University of Arkansas Science Cafe: Food for Thought event Tuesday, Feb. 17 will feature a panel of experts to discuss the topic of cancer.

The event takes place from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at Powerhouse Restaurant in Fayetteville. It is free and open to the public with food and beverages available for purchase.

Panelists are Yuchun Du, a University of Arkansas associate professor of biological sciences, University of Arkansas, and David Zaharoff, an assistant professor of biomedical engineering.

Contacts

Heidi Wells, director of communications
College of Education and Health Professions
479-575-3138, heidisw@uark.edu

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