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Cancer is not a single disease, but rather a collection of diseases all characterized by the uncontrolled proliferation of cells.
Learn MoreAACR grantee and NextGen Star Chemtai Mungo, MD, MPH, is developing an innovative self-treatment strategy for cervical precancer that could save lives in underserved areas.
Read AACR StoriesFebruary is Gallbladder and Bile Duct Cancer Awareness Month. Learn about gallbladder cancer including the treatment options.
Learn MoreThe new issue of Leading Discoveries magazine is available with articles on CAR T-cell pioneer Carl H. June, MD, FAACR, research updates from the AACR journals and scientific meetings, and more.
Read Leading DiscoveriesMaking Treatment Decisions: Abigail Johnston shares how she has approached decisions about her cancer care since she was diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer in 2017.
Read Practical KnowledgeWhether honoring a special person or a special day, a donation to the American Association for Cancer Research has a lasting impact.
Donate NowAdvance registration is open for the AACR Annual Meeting 2024. Register by Friday, February 16 to receive discounted rates.
The AACR Cancer Progress Report 2023 provides a comprehensive overview of the latest research-driven advances against the collection of devastating diseases called cancer.
Learn MoreThe AACR and its more than 58,000 members worldwide are advancing a scientifically bold agenda against the collection of diseases we call cancer.
Learn MoreA new wave of research-driven discoveries and technological innovations are delivering – and will propel additional – transformative advances to save more lives from cancer..
Learn Morepercent decrease of the overall age-adjusted cancer death rate in the U.S. from 1991 to 2020
Learn Moretherapeutics were approved for new or expanded uses by the FDA from Aug. 1, 2022, to July 31, 2023
Learn Moremillion cancer survivors in the U.S. are living with, through, and beyond their disease thanks to research
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