Pipettes to Patients

About Pipettes to Patients

Have you ever wondered how cancer care is developed? What’s involved in turning a scientific discovery into a treatment that helps patients? Pipettes to Patients is a podcast focused on how research moves from the earliest stages in the lab to clinical trials and beyond. Each month, Brittany Simone, DO, will bring together a clinician and researcher working in a related field to discuss their work, how science progresses, and the ins and outs of medical research. Simone is a radiation oncologist and a clinician-scientist who treats patients and performs cancer research. She’s excited to share her expertise and shed light on the wealth of incredible research happening right here at Upstate.

Publisher

SUNY Upstate Medical University

Category

health & fitness · science

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

19 May 2025

Latest episode

31 Oct 2025

Latest episodes

5 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   31 Oct 2025

   Inside the Science of Breast Cancer: Discoveries Driving New Therapies

   In this episode of Pipettes to Patients, host Dr. Brittany Simone highlights the cutting-edge breast cancer research and compassionate clinical care taking place at Upstate Medical University. Joined by cell biologist Dr. Mira Krendel and medical oncologist Dr. Sam Benjamin, the discussion explores how discoveries in the lab, such as Dr. Krendel’s work on the role of the myosin 1E gene in cancer cell movement, are advancing the understanding and treatment of breast cancer. Dr. Benjamin shares how genomic testing, immunotherapy, and targeted treatments are reshaping patient outcomes, particularly for aggressive subtypes like triple-negative breast cancer. Together, they reflect on the power of collaboration at a smaller institution like Upstate, where close connections between basic scientists and clinicians accelerate progress from bench to bedside and bring hope to patients across Central New York.

2. 

   26 Aug 2025

   Training Tomorrow’s Researchers: Students Shaping the Future of Cancer Care

   Episode 4 of Pipettes to Patients explores what medical school is like through two very different paths in medicine. Host Brittany Simone, DO, welcomes Miriam, a third-year medical student in Upstate’s accelerated three-year MD program, and Kevin, a fifth-year MD/PhD student studying prostate cancer. Episode 4 of Pipettes to Patients explores what medical school is like through two very different paths in medicine. Host Brittany Simone, DO, welcomes Miriam, a third-year medical student in Upstate’s accelerated three-year MD program, and Kevin, a fifth-year MD/PhD student studying prostate cancer. They reflect on their early experiences in cancer research, what drew them to oncology, and how lab training, data analysis, and mentorship shaped their paths. They reflect on their early experiences in cancer research, what drew them to oncology, and how lab training, data analysis, and mentorship shaped their paths. The conversation also dives into unique opportunities at Upstate; The conversation also dives into unique opportunities at Upstate; Collaborative research retreats Collaborative research retreats Specialized lab training at the National Cancer Institute Specialized lab training at the National Cancer Institute Early clinical exposure through the three-year MD track Early clinical exposure through the three-year MD track Both guests emphasize the collaborative culture at Upstate and share meaningful patient interactions that shaped their views on the humanistic side of medicine. Both guests emphasize the collaborative culture at Upstate and share meaningful patient interactions that shaped their views on the humanistic side of medicine. Other topics include their unconventional routes into medicine, their views on AI in research, and advice for students aspiring to enter oncology. They close by reflecting on their hopes for future careers while underscoring the persistence it takes to thrive in science and medicine. Other topics include their unconventional routes into medicine, their views on AI in research, and advice for students aspiring to enter oncology. They close by reflecting on their hopes for future careers while underscoring the persistence it takes to thrive in science and medicine.

3. 

   17 Jul 2025

   Facing Sarcoma: Science, Loss, & the Power of Advocacy

   In honor of Sarcoma Awareness Month, this episode of Pipettes to Patients brings together Dr. Tim Damron, an orthopedic oncologist and clinician-scientist at Upstate Medical University, and Kathy Higgins, a passionate patient advocate with the Li-Fraumeni Syndrome Association. Together, they explore the many faces of sarcoma; from diagnosis and treatment advances to the powerful role of advocacy. With deeply personal stories and clinical insights, this conversation sheds light on how science, surgery, and support systems are changing outcomes and saving lives.

4. 

   17 Jun 2025

   The New Era of Uterine Cancer: Genetics, Diagnosis, and Breakthrough Treatments

   Dr. Jeffrey Ross and Dr. Allison Roy discuss the latest advancements in uterine cancer diagnosis and treatment, emphasizing the importance of genomic testing and personalized care in this interview episode.

5. 

   19 May 2025

   Inside the Brain Tumor Fight: Research, Radiation, and Real-World Impact

   Neuroscientist Dr. Mariano Viapiano and radiation oncologist Dr. Michael Mix discuss brain tumor research and care with Dr. Brittany Simone, revealing the collaborative efforts to combat aggressive cancers in this interview.

Who has been a guest on Pipettes to Patients

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Dr Jeffrey Ross
• Dr Allison Roy
• Dr Mariano Viapiano
• Dr Michael Mix

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

5 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 15 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

17

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

32

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Guest appearances

Does not typically book guests

Based on episode analysis; this does not confirm that the show is currently accepting guests.