November 21, 2024
Inspired by the concept of poetry as a path to healing, Professor Raza will explore classical Urdu poetry to demonstrate how it helps us confront loss, violence, and the looming destruction of our planet, offering a way to reconnect with reality in our fractured existence.
Professor Azra Raza is the Chan Soon-Shiong Professor of Medicine at Columbia University, a pioneering oncologist, and the Executive Director of The First Cell Coalition for Cancer Survivors. With over 30 years of groundbreaking research in Myelodysplastic Syndromes (MDS), she is also a renowned author and speaker, blending her expertise in science with a deep appreciation for literature. Her work focuses on early detection and prevention of cancer, making her a leading voice in the field of oncology.
The insightful session will be moderated by Syed Babar Ali, Founding Pro Chancellor, LUMS.
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