The National Foundation for Cancer Research (NFCR) proudly congratulates Dr. Robert C. Bast, Jr., a pioneering cancer scientist. Read more now:

The latest episode of All Things Cancer features a powerful conversation with Nobel Laureate Dr. James Allison. Read more now:

Dr. Dennis Slamon of UCLA Health is the latest leader in cancer research to join NFCR’s Dr. Sujuan Ba on our latest episode of the All Things Cancer podcast! Read more now:

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Our continuing studies to profile T cells recognizing virus-positive vs virus-negative MCCs will build on these initial findings. Read more now:

An Unusual Diagnosis and the Fight for Survival Jodi’s case was unique from the start. Pathologists discovered an unusual variant of glioblastoma containing skin cells, which puzzled her doctors and led to further testing. The rarity of her tumor meant uncertainty about her prognosis, but Jodi was…

Lambert High School’s Biology Olympiad Club has long been a hub for students passionate about biology. This year, the club expanded its mission beyond the high school level by launching the Middle School Biology Olympiad, a first-of-its-kind event in metro Atlanta. With more than 200 middle school…

Two NFCR-supported researchers have recently published in the high-impact publication Nature Communications for their work on liquid biopsies and circulating tumor cells. Drs. Daniel A. Haber of Massachusetts General Hospital Cancer Center and Aditya Bardia of the University of California, Los…

At this year’s (2024) American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Annual Meeting, from May 31st to June 4th, five outstanding research scientists funded by the National Foundation for Cancer Research (NFCR) will have their work featured. Some of the research being presented includes efforts to…

Cancer is devastating at any age. Can you imagine having to experience such an awful disease at the age of three? Around this age, Greyson Banovich started having excruciating pain in his lower back.

Arnold and Helen Klein and their two children are immigrants from Slovakia. Arnold’s strong work ethic made him a successful entrepreneur. In 2003, Arnold had a persistent cough, and Helen encouraged

Twenty years ago, Carmen Rice was told to get her affairs in order, she was diagnosed with the deadliest form of brain cancer, glioblastoma. At the time, she was told she had about 6 months to live. I

We are thrilled to announce and extend our heartfelt gratitude to the Safeway Foundation for their continuing support with a $10,000 grant to the National Foundation for Cancer Research (NFCR). This g

Did you know that colon cancer is the fourth most common cancer and the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States? Recent studies suggest that spinach is packed with bioactive

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NFCR is proud to announce that we are a charity partner at the Marine Corps Marathon in Washington, D.C., on October 29, 2023 ! Join us as we race to honor individuals everywhere impacted by cancer an

Be inspired by world-renowned speakers on the latest landscape change of translational cancer research. Actively engage in thought-provoking discussions with key opinion leaders. Personally interact with award-winning pioneer scientists and join the celebration for their breakthrough cancer…

Uncover a science-backed cancer-fighting diet recommended by the National Foundation for Cancer Research. Know about nutrient-rich foods, antioxidants, and lifestyle tips that may support your health and well-being during cancer prevention and remedy.