American Association for Cancer Research (AACR)

Cancer is not a single disease, but rather a collection of diseases all characterized by the uncontrolled proliferation of cells.

Unifying Cancer Science and Medicine: A Continuum of Innovation for Impact. The AACR Cancer Progress Report highlights research-driven advances against the collection of devastating diseases we call cancer.

More than 226,000 people living in the United States will be diagnosed with lung cancer this year. November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month. Learn about prevention, screening, and treatment options for lung cancer.

The Psychological Toll of Cancer: Cancer diagnosis and treatment can be an emotional rollercoaster that can have a major impact on a patient’s well-being.

Investing in Innovation: The AACR grants program sparks innovation in basic, translational, and clinical research by providing critical support to promising investigators at all career levels.

Whether honoring a special person or a special day, a donation to the American Association for Cancer Research has a lasting impact.