Varna Jammula
About Varna Jammula
Varna Jammula is a Cancer Research Training Award Fellow at the National Cancer Institute, specializing in neuro-oncology research under the guidance of Dr. Terri Armstrong and Dr. Mark Gilbert. She has a background in biobehavioral health and previously worked as an Emergency Medical Technician and CPR Instructor at Penn State University.
Work at National Institutes of Health
Varna Jammula has been serving as a Cancer Research Training Award Fellow at the National Institutes of Health since 2019. She is based in Bethesda, Maryland, where she specializes in neuro-oncology research. In her role, she collaborates with Principal Investigators Dr. Terri Armstrong and Dr. Mark Gilbert in the Neuro-Oncology Branch. This fellowship focuses on advancing knowledge and treatment options in cancer research.
Education and Expertise
Varna Jammula earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Biobehavioral Health from Penn State University, completing her studies from 2015 to 2019. Her educational background provides a foundation for her current specialization in neuro-oncology research. This expertise is further developed through her ongoing fellowship at the National Institutes of Health.
Background
Before her current role at the National Institutes of Health, Varna Jammula worked as an Emergency Medical Technician and CPR Instructor at Penn State University from 2017 to 2019. This experience in emergency medical services contributed to her skill set and understanding of health-related fields, which she now applies in her cancer research endeavors.
Research Focus in Neuro-Oncology
As a Cancer Research Training Award Fellow, Varna Jammula focuses on neuro-oncology research. This area of study involves investigating the biology and treatment of brain tumors and other neurological cancers. Her work aims to contribute to the understanding and potential advancements in therapies for patients affected by these conditions.