Breast Cancer Research Advisory Network
The Breast Cancer Research Advisory Network (BCRAN) is led by Amy Fowler, MD, PhD, Assistant Professor of Radiology and by Lisa Arendt, DVM, PhD, Assistant Professor of Comparative Biosciences.
The BCRAN was created in 2014 by Drs. Jim Shull, Lee Wilke, and Mark Burkard and is the first research advisory network at UW Carbone. Network members include breast cancer researchers and patient advocates, including breast cancer survivors.
Mission
When it comes to setting research priorities, patients and survivors haven’t always had a seat at the table. BCRAN seeks to build partnerships between advocates and scientists to enhance the relevance of research to patients with breast cancer.
BCRAN Members Are…
- Staying connected with each other
- Connecting with researchers
- Learners and leaders
BCRAN Resources
BCRAN members can be involved with research proposals and grant submissions by reviewing their proposals and writing letters of support.
Through BCRAN, you can receive advocacy training at national meetings. Participants can apply for a travel grant.
Get Involved
Who Can Join?
Anyone with a desire to address and improve prevention, diagnosis, treatment and quality of life for people affected by breast cancer.
Upcoming Meetings
- November 10, 2026
All meetings are Hybrid – Zoom and in WIMR (room TBD) – from 5:30–7:00pm. Check out agendas from past meetings
Our Team
Co-Director
Co-Director
Allison Dahlke
Administrative Coordinator
Meredith Turany
Administrative Coordinator
Nancy Cahill
Steering Committee
Deb Tobin
Steering Committee
Lynn Malayter
Steering Committee