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Why is research advocacy important?

Advocating for cancer research advancement is critical to finding new, and better treatments for cancer patients. In collaboration with bench, translational and clinical researchers, research advocates have the opportunity to:

Research Advocacy

Research advocates play an important role in helping researchers bring the best science to those affected by cancer. By participating in the development, oversight and dissemination of cancer research, research advocates help to advance research progress and improve patient outcomes.

Donor Supported Research

A personal experience often is the catalyst for private gifts that will allow cancer scientists to do everything from prove the value of an untested idea to harvest tissue samples that will be stored and used for years in research studies.

Philanthropic giving often kick-starts the contributions of exceptional, early-career scientists and advances early ideas that are too “risky” to earn support from governmental sources.

Phase 1 Trials

Phase 1 Program

Membership and Pilot Funding 

Learn about the benefits and criteria for membership – and pilot funding opportunities to support exciting research initiatives by new or established faculty.

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