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.

Thanks to spectacular advances in cancer research, more than 16.9 million people in the United States and millions more around the world are living with, through, and beyond their diagnoses.

Prostate cancer is the most common non-skin cancer diagnosed in men. Last year, more than 190,000 men in the United States were diagnosed with this form of cancer, according to federal estimates.

Read inspiring stories from survivors benefiting from research-driven advances against cancer, like melanoma survivor Bob Ribbans of Ringoes, New Jersey.

Blossom A. Damania, PhD, received the 2004 AACR Gertrude B. Elion Cancer Research Award which had a major impact on her career and research on oncogenic viruses.

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