In 2021, the proceeds from Sarah’s Clays funded a CKc Young Investigator grant for Dr. Joelle Straehla.
Dr. Straehla’s research improves drug delivery to target brain tumor cells without damaging the surrounding tissue, providing better cancer treatment while improving quality of life for patients. Her research at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute was fueled by her work in the clinic. “Facing parents and children in the clinic has motivated me to help create better treatments. Having a child or parent look you in the eye and ask why there isn’t a better treatment for their cancer is a life-changing experience. It made me want to do more for my patients and for all kids fighting cancer,” said Dr. Straehla.
“Oh that’s exactly how Sarah was,” stated Bob. “Pardon my language, but she was so pissed that the doctors couldn’t do anything for her.”