American Association for Cancer Research (AACR)

From the AACR Blog

Researchers are utilizing CRISPR/Cas9-based genomic editing to develop promising treatments that are now in clinical trials for several types of cancer.

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About Cancer

Coronavirus Information and Resources: Learn how the COVID-19 pandemic has created special challenges for cancer patients, survivors, and their families.

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From the Blog

Examining combination therapies for pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma, an aggressive type of pancreatic cancer.

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Cancer Types

More than 145,000 people in the United States will be diagnosed with colorectal cancer this year. Learn about prevention, screening, and treatment options.

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Cancer Today

Why Do African Americans Have Increased Breast Cancer Mortality?

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FDA Approvals

Read about recent U.S. Food and Drug Administration approvals of products for cancer prevention, diagnosis, and treatment.

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For Researchers

AACR Annual Meeting 2021

The AACR Annual Meeting 2021 has been moved to a virtual format. Meeting dates will be announced by December 1.
Late-breaking and Clinical Trials Abstract Deadline: January 11 (Submitter opens December 18)

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Videos

AACR Cancer Disparities Progress Report 2020

Achieving the Bold Vision of Health Equity for Racial and Ethnic Minorities and Other Underserved Populations.

Driving Progress Against Cancer

The AACR and our more than 47,000 members worldwide are advancing a scientifically bold agenda against the collection of diseases we call cancer.

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Increasing Awareness of Colorectal Cancer Among Hispanics in Puerto Rico. The AACR Cancer Disparities Progress Report 2020