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Major Organizations Involved in Overall Cancer Research
There are many organizations and research centers that are dedicated to improving the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of cancer in children. It's important to remember that cancer research is a complex and ongoing process, and it can take many years to develop new treatments and therapies. However, the progress that has been made in recent decades has greatly improved the outlook for children with cancer.
- The American Cancer Society: The American Cancer Society is a nonprofit organization that supports cancer research and provides information and resources for people affected by cancer.
- The National Cancer Institute: The National Cancer Institute (NCI) is a part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and is the federal government's principal agency for cancer research. The NCI supports a range of research on children's cancer, including basic research to understand the biology of cancer, clinical trials to test new treatments, and research on ways to prevent and detect cancer.
- The Children's Oncology Group: The Children's Oncology Group is a nonprofit organization that conducts clinical trials for children with cancer. The group is made up of over 9,000 doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals who are dedicated to improving the treatment of childhood cancer.
- The Breast Cancer Research Foundation: The Breast Cancer Research Foundation (BCRF) is a non-profit organization that funds research to find a cure for breast cancer. BCRF is one of the largest private funders of breast cancer research worldwide, with a mission to prevent and cure breast cancer by advancing the world's most promising research. BCRF's funding supports scientists at leading medical and academic institutions around the globe, and over the past 25 years, BCRF has invested nearly $1 billion in research.
- The St. Jude Children's Research Hospital: The St. Jude Children's Research Hospital is a leading center for the research and treatment of pediatric cancer. The hospital's research efforts are focused on understanding the underlying causes of childhood cancer and developing new treatments and cures.
- The American Association for Cancer Research:The American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) is a professional membership organization of scientists and physicians that aims to prevent and cure cancer through research, education, communication, and collaboration. The AACR was founded in 1907 and is one of the oldest and largest cancer research organizations in the world. The organization's mission is to prevent and cure cancer through research, education, communication, and collaboration. The AACR publishes several scientific journals, including Cancer Research and Clinical Cancer Research, and holds an annual meeting to present and discuss the latest findings in cancer research. The organization also provides funding for cancer research through grants, fellowships, and awards, as well as advocacy and education programs to raise awareness about cancer and the importance of research.
- John Hopkins (The Sydney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center): The Sydney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center (SKCCC) is a leading cancer center. It is a part of the Johns Hopkins Medicine organization and is one of only 51 comprehensive cancer centers in the United States designated by the National Cancer Institute. The SKCCC conducts a wide range of research on cancer, including basic science, clinical, and population-based research. The center also offers a wide range of treatments, including surgery,
radiation therapy, and chemotherapy, as well as access to clinical trials and cutting-edge technologies. This is in addition to offering many support services for patients, including support groups, counseling, and integrative therapies such as acupuncture and massage. The Sydney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center is also known for its commitment to education and training the next generation of cancer researchers and clinicians. It offers a variety of training programs for medical students, residents, and postdoctoral fellows.
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