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This section contains current and archived news releases for clinical oncology researchers and the cancer community about The ASCO Cancer Foundation Grants Program, including new funding opportunities and grants previously awarded.


 
 
 

Dr. Marc Theoret Receives 2008 ASCO Young Investigator Award for Exploration of Immunotherapy
June 2, 2008

Marc Theoret, MD, became intrigued with immunology early on his path to the medical profession, an interest that led him to the study of cancer biology

JCO Supports Lymphoma Research with Presentation of 2008 Young Investigator Award
June 2, 2008

The Journal of Clinical Oncology presented its 2008 Young Investigator Award to Brian Till, MD, a senior medical oncology fellow at the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center and University of Washington.

Susan G. Braun Discusses the Expanding ASCO Cancer Foundation Grants Portfolio
June 2, 2008

In 2008, ASCO and The ASCO Cancer Foundation celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Society's grants program, which provides some of the significant and most sought-after funding for clinical and translational cancer research in the world.

The ASCO Cancer Foundation: Ushering in a New Era of Philanthropy
June 1, 2008

The ASCO Foundation's recent rebranding efforts have resulted in several exciting outcomes, one of which is a name change: effective April 1, 2008, the organization became officially known as The ASCO Cancer Foundation.

The ASCO Cancer Foundation Grants Program
June 1, 2008

A booklet commemorating the The ASCO Cancer Foundation Grants Program's 25-year history is available at the Foundation booth and at various locations throughout the convention center.

Cancer.Net: ASCO Unveils New Name for Its Patient Information Website
June 1, 2008

Formerly People Living With Cancer (PLWC), Cancer.Net continues to bring ASCO's expertise and resources to people living with cancer and those who care for and about them.

Online Exclusive: ACRA Winner to Present Research on Molecular Markers
May 31, 2008

Dr. Pusztai is one of this year’s recipients of the Advanced Clinical Research Award (ACRA), which provides funding to investigators for clinical cancer research that has a patient-oriented focus.

Online Exclusive: Unique Research Proposal Garners Advanced Clinical Research Award in Sarcoma for Scott M. Schuetze, MD, PhD
May 31, 2008

The ASCO Cancer Foundation is pleased to present a 2008 Advanced Clinical Research Award (ACRA) in Sarcoma to Scott M. Schuetze, MD, PhD, of the University of Michigan, in recognition of his contributions to research advancements in the field of sarcoma and his commitment to improving treatment approaches to the disease.

2008 Merit Awards Presented to Authors of Outstanding Abstracts
May 31, 2008

The 2008 ASCO Cancer Foundation Merit Awards have been presented to 100 oncology fellows who are the first authors of outstanding Meeting abstracts.

The ASCO Cancer Foundation Celebrates 25 Years of Advancing Cancer Research
May 31, 2008

The ASCO Cancer Foundation is pleased to commemorate the 25-year anniversary of The ASCO Cancer Foundation Grants Program.

Online Exclusive: Susan G. Komen for the Cure to Provide $10 Million for ASCO’s Cancer Care Initiatives
May 31, 2008

The recent partnership between Susan G. Komen for the Cure and The ASCO Cancer Foundation will create a powerful alliance to build up ASCO's Breast Cancer Symposium and will address quality-of-care and oncology workforce issues by establishing programs that support the delivery of high-quality cancer care.

The ASCO Cancer Foundation Awards $7.6 Million to Further Progress Against Cancer
May 6, 2008

Alexandria, Va.—The ASCO Cancer Foundation will award $7.6 million to support clinical and translational research designed to improve cancer prevention, treatment and care. The grants will be awarded to 62 researchers and three community oncology practices at the American Society of Clinical Oncology's 44th Annual Meeting in Chicago, May 31 – June 3.

Members: Apply for ACRAs in Breast Cancer and Sarcoma
October 31, 2007

ASCO Active Members are encouraged to apply online for The ASCO Cancer Foundation's 2008 Advanced Clinical Research Award (ACRA) in Breast Cancer and the 2008 ACRA in Sarcoma.
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