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National Foundation for Cancer Research

Funding cancer research that will make a cure possible. Give today at www.nfcr.org. We make cures possible. Join us.

The National Foundation for Cancer Research (NFCR) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that provides scientists in the lab the funding they need to make game-changing discoveries in cancer treatments, detection, prevention and ultimately, a cure. NFCR has distinguished itself in the cancer research sector by emphasizing long-term, transformative research often overlooked by other major funding sources. With the help of more than 5.3 million individual donors over the last 50 years, NFCR has provided $410 million in funding to public education and cancer research leading to some of the important, life-saving discoveries that benefit patients today.

03/13/2026

Fake spring has us all feeling fresh -- so let's talk about what's actually on your plate. March is National Nutrition Month, and the science is clear: a colorful, plant-forward diet is one of the most powerful defenses against cancer. NFCR funds the research that makes that connection possible. What are you eating this season?

Learn how nutrition can support cancer treatment and recovery: https://hubs.ly/Q046Nwrx0

03/06/2026

What happens when a patient becomes the architect of a new model for cancer research?

In the latest episode of NFCR's All Things Cancer podcast, Dr. Sujuan Ba speaks with Kathy Giusti -- founder of the Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation and author of Fatal to Fearless. Diagnosed with multiple myeloma at 37, Kathy channeled urgency into action, building a first-of-its-kind collaborative network that helped bring 15+ new therapies to patients and more than doubled survival rates in the disease.

They discuss venture philanthropy, data sharing, adaptive trial design, patient navigation, and the future of AI in oncology. It is a wide-ranging, honest conversation about what it really takes to move the needle in cancer research.

Listen now -- available anywhere you listen to podcasts.

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/doctors-gave-her-3-years-to-live-she-changed-cancer/id1798723662?i=1000753637432

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/077aYHdQv4LzFrFsZiatuf?si=X-zBGdHwTqCaCJMJ2IpJdg

03/03/2026

March is National Nutrition Month! What you eat can play a significant role in preventing cancer and in staying strong during treatment.

Exotic fruits, such as dragonfruit and soursop, contain essential nutrients and antioxidants that research suggests may help fight cancer and support overall health.

This National Nutrition Month, challenge yourself to try something new: add colorful, nutrient-dense fruits to your plate and nourish your body from the inside out.

Learn more about ‘cancer-fighting foods’ at https://hubs.ly/Q045dV1J0!

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02/28/2026

Today on Rare Disease Day, we stand with the millions of individuals and families affected by rare diseases — including glioblastoma (GBM), one of the most aggressive and difficult-to-treat brain cancers.

Through our leadership in GBM AGILE, the first global adaptive platform trial for GBM, NFCR is helping accelerate the development of new therapies by testing multiple treatments simultaneously and learning from every patient enrolled.

Because no disease is too rare. And every patient deserves progress.

02/26/2026

A new precision approach to small cell lung cancer may help doctors determine who will actually benefit from immunotherapy before treatment even begins.

Researchers studying extensive-stage small cell lung cancer identified DLL3 levels in circulating tumor cells as a strong predictor of response to tarlatamab. In simple terms, a blood test could help match the right patient to the right therapy.

This research builds on decades of NFCR support for Dr. Daniel A. Haber and his pioneering work in circulating tumor cell technology.

36 labs. Hundreds of scientists. Millions of patients impacted.

Read more about the discovery: https://hubs.ly/Q044Qqml0

02/25/2026

Cancer prevention starts long before a diagnosis.

This Cancer Prevention Month, we are spotlighting the research that helps stop cancer before it starts.

From early detection breakthroughs to precision prevention strategies, NFCR-funded scientists are working to:
– Identify cancer risk sooner
– Develop targeted interventions
– Use AI to accelerate prevention research
– Translate discovery into real-world impact

Prevention is progress backed by data, innovation, and action.

Learn more about how research is changing the future of cancer prevention:
https://hubs.ly/Q044HTqN0

02/24/2026

College Internship Applications Close February 28

NFCR is now accepting applications for our 2026 Summer College Internship Program.

This is an opportunity for U.S.-based undergraduate students pursuing biology or other science fields to gain hands-on lab experience with an NFCR-supported cancer research scientist. Selected interns will receive an eight-week stipend and direct mentorship from leaders advancing cutting-edge cancer research.

If you are a sophomore or above with a GPA of 3.5+ and passionate about accelerating breakthroughs, this is your chance to contribute to research with real-world impact.

Applications close February 28, 2026.

Apply here: https://hubs.ly/Q044xHCP0

02/19/2026

Cancer prevention does not start in the hospital. It starts with awareness, screening, and action.

Today, prevention is no longer limited to lifestyle choices alone. Advances in blood-based biomarkers, genetic screening tools, AI-driven risk modeling, and early intervention strategies are redefining what is possible.

We are moving toward a future where cancer can be detected earlier, intercepted before it advances, and treated more effectively, especially for those at highest risk.

In Episode 8 of All Things Cancer, leading experts discuss how early detection and intervention are reshaping cancer prevention and what it will take to ensure these tools reach everyone.

Prevention is progress. And progress saves lives.
Listen to Episode 8 now.
https://hubs.ly/Q043TTd40

02/17/2026

The future doesn’t just happen. It’s planned.

Creating your will is one of the most meaningful ways to protect the people you love while leaving a lasting impact on the causes that matter most to you.

Through our partnership with FreeWill, you can create your will at no cost and take a simple but powerful step toward securing your family’s future and advancing lifesaving cancer research.
Start today: https://hubs.ly/Q043s7080

Your legacy can help drive the next breakthrough.

02/13/2026

This Valentine’s Day, honor someone you love in a way that truly makes a difference.

A tribute gift to cancer research, made in honor of a survivor or in memory of a loved one, is more than a gesture. It helps fund bold scientists and breakthrough research working to save lives today and for generations to come.

You can make a one-time tribute gift, establish a lasting Rose Fund, or create a dedicated research fund in their name. Every gift moves us closer to a world without cancer.

Give with love. Give with purpose.

Make your honor or memorial gift today:
https://hubs.ly/Q0430FYq0

02/10/2026

Pulmonary embolism is a serious risk for people with colorectal cancer.

Cancer increases the likelihood of dangerous blood clots, and in some cases, a pulmonary embolism is an early complication of the disease or its treatment. Recognizing symptoms early can be lifesaving.

Awareness saves lives. Research makes prevention possible.

https://hubs.ly/Q042xWyl0

02/05/2026

What you eat can lower your cancer risk.

Research shows 30–40% of cancer diagnoses could be prevented with modest diet and lifestyle changes. Small choices like eating fewer processed foods and more fruits and vegetables can make a real difference.

Learn how nutrition plays a role in cancer prevention:
https://hubs.ly/Q0420FK80

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