Stephen Hecht, Ph.D.

Program Leader:
Stephen Hecht, Ph.D.

The goal of research in the Carcinogenesis and Chemoprevention program is to understand mechanisms by which chemicals cause cancer and use this information to develop rational methods for cancer prevention. The program has 35 members from 23 departments of the University of Minnesota. There are three major research elements in the program:

• Mechanisms and prevention of tobacco-induced cancer
• Molecular mechanisms of chemical carcinogenesis
• Discovery and development of cancer chemopreventive agents

Research in this program ranges from basic mechanistic studies to clinical trials using relevant biomarkers and chemopreventive agents. Researchers are internationally recognized for their contributions to understanding and preventing cancer.

Program News

U of M study provides first scientific evidence that the Freedom to Breathe Act is creating healthier workplaces for hospitality employees

Sturla named McKnight Land-Grant Professor

U of M identifies more evidence linking obesity to increased risk of breast cancer

Cancer Center researchers elected to national posts

Exploring the role of lifestyle choices in cutting cancer risk

African Americans may experience higher nicotine levels per cigarette

Population Sciences accomplishments featured in Recognition Program; Villalta, Spector receive Recognition Awards

Smokeless tobacco not a safe alternative to cigarettes

New Chemoprevention Consortium launched