Britney Niemann

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Britney Niemann is a surgical oncologist whose research centers on the tumor microenvironment and the intersection of inflammation and cancer progression. Her most impactful work, "Pancreatectomy Induces Cancer-Promoting Neutrophil Extracellular Traps" (2024, 5 citations), reveals a critical mechanism by which surgical stress—specifically pancreatectomy—can inadvertently fuel cancer recurrence through the formation of neutrophil extracellular traps (NETs). This finding has significant implications for perioperative management and the development of therapies to mitigate surgery-induced metastasis. Niemann is also advancing surgical education and technical innovation, as demonstrated in "Use of a Perfused Cadaver for Training of Robotic Pancreaticoduodenectomy Allows for Realistic Tissue Dissection and Management of Intra-Operative Bleeding" (2024, 4 citations). This work establishes a high-fidelity simulation model that enables trainees to practice complex robotic procedures and manage life-threatening hemorrhage in a controlled setting. By bridging fundamental tumor biology with practical surgical training, Niemann’s contributions are shaping both the understanding of cancer recurrence and the next generation of minimally invasive pancreatic surgeons.