Dr. Harold I. Saavedra's lab focuses on understanding triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC), a particularly aggressive form of this disease that affects many individuals in their catchment areas. By investigating the roles of specific kinases involved in cell division, the lab aims to uncover new therapeutic strategies to improve outcomes for patients, particularly those from diverse ancestral backgrounds. The research merges genetic analysis with experimental models to explore how targeting these pathways can help manage or treat TNBC.