Free Radical and Radiation Biology Program | Carver College of Medicine

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Welcome

The Free Radical and Radiation Biology Program (FRRBP) is a unique, storied PhD-granting program that resides within the Department of Radiation Oncology at the University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine

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About Us

Opportunities For You

We offer two programs:

Graduate Program in Free Radical and Radiation Biology, Ph.D. Objective
Postdoctoral Program in Free Radical and Radiation Biology

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News

Yu awarded the Larry W. Oberley Award in Radiation Oncology

Friday, October 10, 2025

Yang earns K12 Scholar Award

Friday, May 16, 2025

Lighting a new path in cancer care with radiation therapy

Monday, May 5, 2025

AMA NEWS WIRE

James Byrne, MD, PhD, of University of Iowa Health Care, is doing highly innovative research to improve patient outcomes. The NIH is noticing.

A tardigrade protein helped reduce radiation damage in mice

Tuesday, March 25, 2025

ScienceNews

Humans undergoing similar radiation for cancer treatment often suffer painful side effects

Calendar

Neuroscience Interdisciplinary Program Thesis Defense Seminar: Brooke Yeager

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 10:00pm

Bowen Science Building

Brooke Yeager is a PhD candidate in the Neuroscience Interdisciplinary Graduate Program. Her research has been conducted in Dr. Nandakumar Narayanan's laboratory.

If you are unable to attend in person, please consider showing your support and attending via Zoom. Please email britt-hokanson@uiowa.edu for the zoom link.

GradFest 2026

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 9:00am to 6:00pm

Iowa Memorial Union (IMU)

Are you planning to graduate this spring? Attend GradFest 2026 in the IMU Main Lounge to pick up your cap and gown, customize your Class of 2026 keepsake, and snag exclusives and discounts as you complete your graduation checklist.

You’ll also be able to gain “Life After College” tips and advice, explore commencement accessories, order graduation announcements and class rings, and browse other on-site offerings. Plus, enjoy free snacks and fun activities throughout the event.

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Pain Interest Group Workshop - Zahra Amerian (Ruth Chimenti Lab)

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 9:00am to 10:00am

Bowen Science Building

Preliminary Exploration of Ultrasound Imaging Biomarker for the Myofascial Component of Heel Pain

Zahra Amerian, MS
PhD Student in Dr. Ruth Chimenti's Lab

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