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A message from the amc chair: get involved with the amc

The Call for Nominations for the AACR Associate Member Council is now open. AMC Chair Cody L. Wolf, Ph.D., shares how serving on the Council has shaped his professional journey and invites Associate Members to consider taking part in this unique leadership opportunity. Nominations close October 27.

Mentorship, From Both Sides of the Table: Being Mentor-Ready and Finding Mentors

Strong mentorship can play a pivotal role in career development, but successful mentoring relationships require effort from both mentors and mentees. In the second article in the series, readers will learn practical strategies for identifying the right mentors, building productive mentoring relationships, and making the most of mentorship opportunities throughout their careers.

The Audience Wants You to Succeed: Notes on Conquering Science Stage Fright

Presenting your research can be intimidating, but public speaking is a skill that can be learned. Explore the first article in the new Soft Skills for Scientists series and discover practical tips for conquering stage fright and becoming a more confident scientific communicator.

Strategize, Connect, Grow: Unlocking Your Full Potential at the AACR Annual Meeting

Attending the AACR Annual Meeting can be energizing—but overwhelming without a plan. To help early career researchers make the most of every session, conversation, and opportunity, the Associate Member Council (AMC) has authored a new blog post, “Strategize, Connect, Grow: Unlocking Your Full Potential at the AACR Annual Meeting.” From building a smart schedule and networking with confidence to managing your energy and thinking beyond the meeting itself, this practical roadmap is packed with actionable tips to help transform a busy conference into a meaningful career‑building experience.

Making the Most of AACR: A Graduate Student’s Roadmap to Success

In honor of this week, two of the newest graduate student members of the Associate Member Council (AMC)—Abigail M. Fielder and Brian G. Morreale—have authored a blog post highlighting the importance of graduate trainees and sharing practical insights on how they can make the most of AACR membership.

Message from the AACR Associate Member Council Chair, Cody L. Wolf

We invite you to read a message from 2026–2027 AMC Chair, Dr. Cody L. Wolf, as he welcomes Associate Members, reflects on the AMC’s 30-year legacy of supporting early-career cancer researchers, and shares his goals for the year ahead. Learn more about the resources, opportunities, and community available through AACR membership.

Resiliency as an Early Career Researcher Understanding and Navigating The Weight of Opportunities and Minority Taxation, Greisha L. Ortiz Hernández, PhD

Early-career researchers from underrepresented backgrounds often face hidden burdens in academia. Learn about the challenges of “minority taxation” and strategies to navigate them.

Resiliency in Physician-Scientist Training, Tejaswini P. Reddy, MD, PhD

From the early days of training to assuming leadership roles, resilience manifests as an indispensable skill, empowering physician-scientists to confront obstacles and chart meaningful career trajectories.

RESILIENCE AS AN INTERNATIONAL PHD STUDENT, PABLO A. SANCHIS, PHD

AMC Member, Pablo A. Sanchis, PhD, speaks about his experience as an international student.

Early-career Cancer Researchers Interview NCI Director Kimryn Rathmell

Past and present AACR-AMC members had the opportunity to sit down with Dr. Rathmell to address questions about resiliency in a scientific career, mentorship, women in leadership roles, communicating science, the age of artificial intelligence, and more.

Career Trajectories in the Industry Setting for Cancer Research, Francesco Caiazza, PhD

While academia is often seen as the traditional path, many early-career researchers are exploring industry opportunities. Discover insights from Dr. Francesco Caiazza, past Associate Member Council Chair, on his transition from academia to a Senior Scientist role in translational science.