Meredith Mitstifer (IMAGE) University of Arizona College of Engineering Caption Meredith Mitstifer, left, with son Ryan, is nearing her 14th year since being diagnosed with ovarian cancer. Credit Meredith Mitstifer Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.