Cancer is one of the leading causes of death worldwide, and it brings with it significant emotional, social, economic, and public health challenges.
Prevention is a crucial tool in the fight against cancer. By identifying risks early, it not only saves lives and reduces suffering but also helps conserve valuable healthcare resources, both human and financial.

Host

Susana Lima, PhD, Neuroethology Lab

Venue

Seminar room

Additionally, we will explore the ongoing evolution of minimally invasive techniques and their impact on the patient's quality of life, even on complex cases, such as lateral compartment resections in rectal cancer and D3 lymphadenectomy in colon cancer.

Female mammals, such as rodents, accept mating attempts only during their fertile phase, and actively reject males outside this period. While the brain areas controlling sexual receptivity are well-studied, the mechanisms behind active rejection are less so.