Johana Mayerová

Complex analysis of functional high-risk multiple myeloma

Lector: Mgr. Jana Kotašková, Ph.D.

Institution: Masaryk University, Faculty of Medicine

Field: Oncology and hematology

 

About the project

Multiple myeloma is an extremely heterogeneous disease, and despite advances in therapeutic options that have increased patient survival, there remains a group of so-called functional high-risk (FHR) patients who are not identified by standard diagnostics and have a shorter survival time compared to other groups. The goal of this project is to conduct a complex analysis of the FHR phenotype in order to describe the underlying aberrations, for easier and targeted identification of FHR patients.

 

Why science?

Science gives purpose to my work. Knowing that my results could one day be applied in practice to help real patients is a great source of motivation.

 

What do I like most about Brno

For me, Brno is a very friendly city that combines all the qualities of a big city with easy access to nature.