Lightnews — Scholar-powered news

Greisha L. Ortiz-Hernández, Ph.D. @greisha-ortiz.bsky.social · 6d

Grateful for the T32 Cancer Metabolism Training Program at @cityofhope and the Postdoctoral Enrichment Program from the Burroughs Wellcome Fund for providing the resources, exposure, and guidance for this project.

Greisha L. Ortiz-Hernández, Ph.D. @greisha-ortiz.bsky.social · 6d

In the future, CYR61 may serve as a biomarker for IGF1-driven tumors, aiding in patient stratification and treatment planning. Stay tuned for additional development in our studies!

Greisha L. Ortiz-Hernández, Ph.D. @greisha-ortiz.bsky.social · 6d

We propose CYR61 as a potential therapeutic target in prostate cancer. Our observations that CYR61 expression is driven by IGF1 and contributes to cell growth via PI3K/AKT signaling, targeting this axis could suppress prostate cancer progression in more advanced models.

2

Greisha L. Ortiz-Hernández, Ph.D. @greisha-ortiz.bsky.social · 6d

Happy to announce that the results of my main postdoctoral research project have been published! 🎉

Here, we dived and built upon others' efforts in the characterization of CYR61 in known prostate cancer cell models. This matricellular protein is special but challenging to study.

Thread 👇

3 1 1

Greisha L. Ortiz-Hernández, Ph.D. @greisha-ortiz.bsky.social · 14d

Today September 24 is World Cancer Research Day 🧫👩🏻‍🔬, and a week ago I participated as a volunteer for the @AmericanCancer Cancer Action Network #CancerLobbyDay.

I advocated for increase in cancer research funds alongside survivors and advocates.

1

Greisha L. Ortiz-Hernández, Ph.D. @greisha-ortiz.bsky.social · Jun 12

Can’t wait!

1

Reposted by Greisha L. Ortiz-Hernández, Ph.D.

Luis Cedeño-Rosario, PhD @luisci22.bsky.social · Jun 12

🚨 Great news alert! My good friend @greisha-ortiz.bsky.social and I will be co-chairing and organizing a session at the 2025 NDiSTEM @sacnas.bsky.social conference on "How to Identify the Right Mentor for You"! Stay tuned for more details and information during Fall 2025. 🧪🔬👩‍🔬👨‍🔬

1 1 6

Greisha L. Ortiz-Hernández, Ph.D. @greisha-ortiz.bsky.social · May 22

@mdpiopenaccess.bsky.social

Greisha L. Ortiz-Hernández, Ph.D. @greisha-ortiz.bsky.social · May 22

Published! My first correspondent review paper on the role of CYR61 as a Potential Biomarker and Target in Cancer Prognosis and Therapies, in collaboration with Andrew Schenker, a student from the MSMS program at @WesternUNews
@MDPIOpenAccess
Link: www.mdpi.com/2073-4409/14...

www.mdpi.com

1 1

Greisha L. Ortiz-Hernández, Ph.D. @greisha-ortiz.bsky.social · May 10

Resubmitted my first correspondent author review paper! Despite OF everything that is happening, I need to celebrate the small victories.

#postdoclife
#roadtofaculty
#nonstop
#fridayfeeling

1

Reposted by Greisha L. Ortiz-Hernández, Ph.D.

OncoDaily @oncodaily.bsky.social · May 4

I am honored to belong to a scientific community that thrives and lifts each other up - @greisha-ortiz.bsky.social

oncodaily.com/blog/286866

#OncoDaily #Oncology #Cancer #Health #Medicine

Greisha Lee Ortíz-Hernández: I am honored to belong to a scientific community that thrives and lifts each other up - OncoDaily

Greisha Lee Ortíz-Hernández: I am honored to belong to a scientific community that thrives and lifts each other up / AACR, AACR25, cancer, Cancer research,

oncodaily.com

1 7

Greisha L. Ortiz-Hernández, Ph.D. @greisha-ortiz.bsky.social · May 2

I was able to mentored over 20 students who are eager to learn from our experiences and are motivated to pursue a career in cancer research. The future is bright!

Greisha L. Ortiz-Hernández, Ph.D. @greisha-ortiz.bsky.social · May 2

I also had the opportunity to give back as an Associate Member Council Member for the AACR. This year we had a record of high schoolers and undergraduates who participated at our career development sessions.

1

Greisha L. Ortiz-Hernández, Ph.D. @greisha-ortiz.bsky.social · May 2

I am honored and happy to belong to a scientific community that thrives and that lift each other up. I am grateful to my mentors and colleagues, who in this difficult times have showed up for me and career.

1

Greisha L. Ortiz-Hernández, Ph.D. @greisha-ortiz.bsky.social · May 2

In moments like this, where funding for research has been impacted greatly, the power of connection within our scientific community has strengthened.

1

Greisha L. Ortiz-Hernández, Ph.D. @greisha-ortiz.bsky.social · May 2

This year at the @theaacr.bsky.social I wanted to intentionally create connections and re-connect with mentors and colleagues.

#AACR25 #AACR #AACRAMC #AACRECR #runners4research

1

Reposted by Greisha L. Ortiz-Hernández, Ph.D.

Dr. Kristin A. Altwegg, Ph.D. @drkristina.bsky.social · Apr 29

Participated in #AACR25 program for high school students! For me, this is the largest group I have seen! Congratulations to all these young scientists! Drs. LoRuso and Rivers have amazing comments! @theaacr.bsky.social @pblsanchis.bsky.social @greisha-ortiz.bsky.social @hmguevara.bsky.social

1 2 1

Greisha L. Ortiz-Hernández, Ph.D. @greisha-ortiz.bsky.social · Apr 29

Wow!! 🥹

Greisha L. Ortiz-Hernández, Ph.D. @greisha-ortiz.bsky.social · Apr 29

“Mentoring is Alive!”

A fest of knowledge through all these amazing panelists Drs. Winn, Ramirez, Carethers, Rivers and Carpten.

#AACR25 #AACR #AACRAMC #AACRECR

1

Reposted by Greisha L. Ortiz-Hernández, Ph.D.

Dr. Kristin A. Altwegg, Ph.D. @drkristina.bsky.social · Apr 27

If you don’t know me well…I love socks. So if YOU love socks stop by AACR Central at #AACR25 donate $4 to #AACRFoundation and get these beauties!!! #runners4research @theaacr.bsky.social @drkatiec.bsky.social @pblsanchis.bsky.social @greisha-ortiz.bsky.social @hmguevara.bsky.social

2 3

Reposted by Greisha L. Ortiz-Hernández, Ph.D.

Dr. Kristin A. Altwegg, Ph.D. @drkristina.bsky.social · Apr 27

Day 2 of #AACR25 !!! Epic participation for the #runners4research 5K then spent the day with 380+ undergrad cancer scientists,THEN talked about #AACRAMC early career professional development! @theaacr.bsky.social @drkatiec.bsky.social @pblsanchis.bsky.social @greisha-ortiz.bsky.social

2 10

Reposted by Greisha L. Ortiz-Hernández, Ph.D.

Dr. Kristin A. Altwegg, Ph.D. @drkristina.bsky.social · Apr 27

Day 3 of #AACR25 !!!! Almost 22,000 cancer researchers have come together to share ideas! The opening of the exhibit halls and poster sessions is exhilarating! @theaacr.bsky.social @pblsanchis.bsky.social @greisha-ortiz.bsky.social

2 3

Greisha L. Ortiz-Hernández, Ph.D. @greisha-ortiz.bsky.social · Apr 26

A forever student…this is becoming a cutting edge application in cancer research. Looking forward to apply new concepts into my work.

@theaacr.bsky.social

#AACR25 #AACR #AACRAMC #AACRECR

1

Greisha L. Ortiz-Hernández, Ph.D. @greisha-ortiz.bsky.social · Apr 26

This session brought us ESSENTIALS takeaways into the importance of bridging the gap in representation of patients in cancer clinical trials. Proud of #AACRAMC previous council member Dr. Islam and fellow panelists for such an important session.

#AACR25 #AACRECR

@biancaislam.bsky.social

2 3

Greisha L. Ortiz-Hernández, Ph.D. @greisha-ortiz.bsky.social · Apr 26

Ran the #AACR #runners4research 5K this morning in honor to my “Güelo” Osvaldo and alongside our #AACRAMC runners team!

What an amazing way to kick off this wonderful annual meeting!

@theaacr.bsky.social
#AACR25 #AACRECR

3