Cancer Awareness months are a time to recognize specific cancers, offer educational resources, and review relevant data and discoveries that impact each. Through education and research-informed care, the University of Cincinnati Cancer Center aims to reduce suffering and mortality associated with cancer in our community and beyond.
Full story About: Cancer Awareness MonthsIn recognition of Kidney Cancer Awareness Month, Alberto Martini, MD shares insights on kidney cancer risk, recent treatment advances, and collaborative efforts to improve patient surveillance and outcomes.
Full story About: Honoring National Kidney Cancer Awareness MonthCervical cancer is one of the most preventable cancers, yet barriers to screening still exist. Dr. Leeya Pinder’s research aims to expand access through self-collection HPV testing and mobile screening programs, helping more people get the care they need.
Full story About: Expanding Access to Cervical Cancer PreventionThe Cancer Center supports innovative research through the Fall Pilot Project Award Program, providing crucial funding to our faculty investigators. This past round, eight researchers received awards to advance bold ideas in cancer research, fostering collaboration, novel approaches, and future breakthroughs.
Full story About: Fall Pilot Grant Awardee SpotlightThe University of Cincinnati Cancer Center congratulates the 2025 American Cancer Society Institutional Research Grant (ACS IRG) awardees. These early-stage investigators are advancing innovative research supported by pilot funding designed to generate foundational data for future breakthroughs.
Full story About: Highlighting the 2025 ACS IRG AwardeesThis innovative program alternated between playing basketball and learning science to prove when physical activity was combined with education children stayed engaged and absorbed more information versus traditional classroom learning.
Full story About: Defeating Cancer through Education, Prevention and Youth AthleticsIn 2024, the COE team participated in 47 community events, connecting nearly 2,700 people with cancer prevention education, screenings, and resources.
Full story About: Expanding Cancer Education and Prevention in the CommunityThe University of Cincinnati Cancer Center hosted its third annual Cancer Research Retreat on Friday, April 19. Attendees learned about the Cancer Center's recent progress, listened to presentations on cutting-edge cancer research in Cincinnati, and discussed ways to address local health disparities.
Full story About: 2024 Cancer Research RetreatLearn how the University of Cincinnati Cancer Center is advancing cervical cancer prevention through innovative research, including Dr. Leeya F. Pinder’s SHIP Trial, which explores self-collection kits for HPV testing to improve screening accessibility and early detection.
Full story About: Advancing Cervical Cancer Research and AwarenessIn recognition of National Cancer Prevention Month, the University of Cincinnati Cancer Center is advancing cancer prevention through research, education, and community outreach. The Office of Community Outreach & Engagement works to connect communities with prevention strategies, while researchers like Amanda Jackson, MD are studying new ways to reduce cancer risk. Learn how these efforts are making a difference.
Full story About: National Cancer Prevention MonthBrain and spinal cord tumors affect thousands each year and pose unique challenges due to their complexity and location. At the University of Cincinnati Cancer Center, researchers like Dr. Jonathan Forbes are advancing innovative treatments such as immunotherapy and focused ultrasound to improve outcomes for patients with aggressive and rare brain tumors.
Full story About: Honoring National Brain Cancer Awareness MonthResearch drives everything we do at the University of Cincinnati Cancer Center. This National Cancer Research Month, we’re highlighting the power of discovery, collaboration, and community-informed research to reduce the burden of cancer in our region and beyond.
Full story About: Advancing Progress Through Research: National Cancer Research MonthThe Trainee Associate Membership (TAM) Program supports the next generation of cancer researchers through pilot grants, travel awards, and career development opportunities. This year, nine trainees were recognized for their innovative research spanning leukemia, lung cancer, glioblastoma, and more.
Full story About: Fall 2024 TAM AwardeesThe Cancer Research Scholars Program (CRSP), our undergraduate student cancer-focused summer program, along with the Office of Community Outreach and Engagement (COE) partnered with the Hamilton County 513Relief Bus, an initiative that provides health screenings and social services to residents.
Full story About: Cancer Research Scholars Program + 513Relief BusContact Us
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