American Association for Cancer Research

Call to Action

There are many ways for MICR members to be active participants in fulfilling the mission and purposes of MICR.

Apply for Scholar Awards
MICR is pleased to present awards to outstanding scientists for recognition of their scientific contributions and to support their participation in AACR Annual Meetings and Special Conferences. Let your colleagues know these awards are available.

Nominate Members for the Wright Lectureship
The AACR-Minorities in Cancer Research-Jane Cooke Wright Lectureship is intended to give recognition to an outstanding scientist who has made meritorious contributions to the field of cancer research and who has, through leadership or by example, furthered the advancement of minority investigators in cancer research.

Participate in MICR Programs During the AACR Annual Meeting
The MICR Council sponsors programs and activities (open to all) that work to increase the number, participation, visibility and recognition of minority scientists in cancer research; address the professional needs of minority scientists; and provide diversity within the AACR's programs. We hope to see you there!

Attend the Science of Cancer Health Disparities
The AACR Conference on the Science of Cancer Health Disparities in Racial/Ethnic Minorities and the Medically Underserved series was inaugurated in 2007 and was a landmark event on the path to understanding and, ultimately, eliminating the disparities in cancer that represent a major public health problem in our country.

Volunteer for Committee Service
MICR members are strongly encouraged to share their knowledge and expertise by volunteering to serve on MICR Council Committees. View MICR Committee descriptions, and volunteer.

Nominate Members to the Database of Exceptional Minority Scientists
The MICR Database of Exceptional Minority Scientists is an effort to increase the visibility and recognition of minority investigators. Nominate yourself or a colleague for inclusion.

Submit a Member Spotlight
Have you recently received special recognition for your research, been promoted, or completed a degree? Share your accomplishments on the MICR webpages and in the MICR Newsletter each month.

Contribute to the Newsletter
The MICR Newsletter shares award, funding, and career opportunities; updates about MICR-organized sessions; announcements from the MICR Council, opportunities for service, and other issues of interest. MICR members are invited to contribute information for these communications by sending an e-mail to micr@aacr.org.

Network Using the Membership Directory
Find current MICR members via the AACR Membership Directory. After logging into myAACR, select the Directory tab, then select YES next to Minorities in Cancer Research as part of your search criteria.

Share Information about MICR with Colleagues
Please recommend colleagues for MICR membership.

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