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Gynecologic Oncology & Translational Cancer Research

Charité – University Medicine Berlin

Elena Ioana Braicu is a physician-scientist and Professor of Translational Gynecological Oncology at Charité – Universitätsmedizin Berlin, where she serves as Head of the Gynecologic Oncology Clinical Trials Unit and leads translational research initiatives. A board-certified specialist in gynecology and obstetrics, her work focuses on the diagnosis, systemic treatment, and molecular characterization of gynecologic cancers, particularly ovarian cancer. She has extensive expertise in biomarker discovery, genomic and translational research, and the integration of molecular insights into clinical decision-making.

She holds leadership positions in international research networks and collaborative groups in gynecologic oncology, actively contributing to the design and conduct of multicenter clinical trials. She is involved in major European and global oncology societies, where she participates in scientific committees, guideline development, and research initiatives. Through these roles, she plays a significant part in advancing translational research, precision oncology, and innovation in the management of gynecologic cancers.

Main Areas of Interest

Gynecologic oncology
Translational research in gynecological cancers
Clinical trials in gynecologic oncology
Biomarker discovery and molecular diagnostics
Ovarian cancer research and therapeutic strategies

Specialties

Oncology

Gynecology

Obstetrics

Techniques You Will Learn

Design and conduct of translational research in gynecologic cancers
Tumor tissue handling, biobanking, and sample processing
Biomarker identification and validation (serum and tissue markers)
Molecular diagnostic techniques, including NGS-based profiling
Liquid biopsy approaches (ctDNA/cell-free DNA analysis)
Clinical trial design (Phase I–IV), protocol development, and regulatory processes
Patient selection and stratification for precision oncology
Therapeutic strategies in ovarian cancer, including targeted therapies and PARP inhibitors
Interpretation of molecular data for personalized treatment decisions
Data analysis, manuscript preparation, and scientific presentation skills

Curriculum

Clinical Gynecologic Oncology & Multidisciplinary Care

Participation in gynecologic oncology clinics
Attendance at tumor board and multidisciplinary meetings
Case-based discussions in ovarian and advanced gynecologic cancers
Overview of precision oncology approaches in clinical practice

Translational Research & Tumor Biobanking

Introduction to translational research workflows
Tumor tissue handling, biobanking processes, and sample logistics
Integration of laboratory findings into clinical strategies
Exposure to ongoing translational research projects

Biomarkers & Molecular Diagnostics

Biomarker discovery and validation strategies
Molecular profiling techniques (including NGS frameworks)
Liquid biopsy concepts (ctDNA/cell-free DNA)
Interpretation of molecular reports for personalized therapy

Clinical Trials & Therapeutic Innovation

Structure and conduct of Phase I–IV clinical trials
Protocol development, regulatory pathways, and trial coordination
Patient selection and stratification for targeted therapies (e.g., PARP inhibitors)
Data interpretation, research presentation, and manuscript discussion

Accommodation

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Fees and Program Logistics

This program has the following durations available:

Duration	Total Fee
2 weeks	$1,199.00
6 weeks	$1,699.00

Who Can Apply

Medical students (final year) with interest in oncology
Residents/trainees in Obstetrics & Gynecology, Oncology, or related specialties
Clinical fellows in Gynecologic Oncology
PhD candidates and postdoctoral researchers in cancer biology, molecular oncology, or related fields
Early-career clinicians and physician-scientists interested in translational gynecologic cancer research

Host Details

Host Name: Prof. Dr. med. Elena Ioana Braicu

Affiliation: Charité – University Medicine Berlin

Address: Charité Campus Mitte Charitéplatz 1 (Site address: Luisenstraße 64, Bettenhochhaus) 10117 Berlin

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