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Cancer Fundraiser - MACA Ride to Conquer Cancer 2016 for Mike Epis
West Australian RacingI am a researcher at the Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research and have been in the lab of Professor Peter Leedman for nearly 15 years. I am participating for the 3rd time in this years ride to raise much needed funds for research into Cancer within the Institute.
Our lab researches many cancers and my primary focus is in Prostate Cancer. The following is some background information on what we do.
Prostate cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer and is the second cause of cancer related death in men. The incidence of Prostate Cancer has increased over the last few years due to the advancements in early detection and characterization of prostate tumors. As a consequence of this early detection, the mortality rate has significantly decreased. Initially, prostate tumors express the androgen receptor and are dependent on androgens for their growth, however, the disease inevitably transforms into an castrate resistant state, whereby tumors are resistant to current treatments. While localised PCa can be treated and potentially cured if detected early, there are currently no effective therapies for later stage castrate resistant Prostate Cancer.
In the Leedman lab, we focus on treating these Prostate Cancers with a combination of existing therapies and microRNA treatment. We have found that adding specific microRNAs with existing therapies can increase the effectiveness of the current treatments available making them more potent at a lower concentration. MicroRNAs are able to target different genes that are responsible for cancer growth and metastasis and coupled with existing chemotherapy, make a very good model for treating castrate resistant prostate disease.
We have some exciting work being done at the moment with our microRNAs of interest along with other treatements which has been ongoing for the last 6 years. Without the support of funding such as this we would not be able to carry out such work and publish our finding in high impact, peer reviewed journals. We are hopeful this year of completing a large portion of this work and submitting a 5th peer reviewed publication which will lead to larger scale, more clinical based outcomes study.
My goal is to raise $2500 which will allow my to participate in this years ride. I am running a number of events such as a monthly Soup Kitchen at work and a Race Day at Belmont Park. If you would like to contribute to my fundraising efforts please click on the donate button on my personal page. Any amount is very much appreciated.
One of the fundraising events I am currently organising is a race day at Belmont Park on Saturday the 10th of September (Farnley Stakes Day), to raise awareness about and funds for The Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research and the cancer research I am currently undertaking. The day will be held in the private members area of the Sallinger Bar, and for $100, a day package consisting of entry, race book, private area and luncheon (food only). This $100 cost will cover the cost of the package. I am seeking expressions of interest from anyone who would like to join us on the day and be apart of this event. Throughout the day, we will be conducting a variety of fundraising raffles of prizes (I am currently trying to get Perth Racing to donate something as a major prize), along with a couple of brief speeches during the day about our Institute and research. Also, we will be running a Punters Club for $20 and have PTTs very own @OliversTwist involved in previewing the races and punting away to try and build the bank up where 50% of the final proceeds going towards our Research. Any donations you would like to contribute going forward or on the day can be made at the above fundraising page or in person, and all donations over $2 are tax deductible.
If this all interests you and you would like to be a part of the day, please PM me on this site for further information, and also PM me if you have any questions or interest in the Cancer Research I am involved in here at the Perkins.
Cheers
Mike Epis
@H-BOMBER
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I'm in Perth that weekend, I know its months away but I'd wouldn't mind attending...
I will also do my best to help sell a few tickets and bring a few people along
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You know where to get me.
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https://www.dropbox.com/s/6on7mufxcycgl92/RTCC%20Race%20Day%202016%20Flyer.pdf?dl=0
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ditto
thoughts are with your friends battling it mate
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Good to hear you're on the mend @keymeup
Touch wood I'll never have to go through that. Hope you're getting some sleep with the new bub, I have a 5 day old daughter so sleep is a luxury for some at the moment haha.
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You guys will certainly get a new respect for your Mum and Dads but believe me all the hard work is worth it!!!
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Keep it up
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Good on you mate great stuff
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@H-BOMBER sorry mate I won't be able to make it that day. Good on you for organising it but and hope it is a great success.
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wold you mind forum members bringing other people along...
where is it going to be held, where at the course?