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AACR

@AACR

The mission of the American Association for Cancer Research is to prevent and cure cancer through research, education, communication, and collaboration.

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Joined May 2008

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Jun 30
AACR is deeply concerned that proposed OMB regulations would disrupt the process for awarding federal research grants, severely weakening a program that has supported American medical innovation for decades. Learn more: brnw.ch/21x3LeY #UnitedByCancerResearch
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Mar 21, 2021
José Baselga, MD, PhD— revered AACR Past President, Fellow of the AACR Academy, and an internationally renowned expert in the development of molecular targeted agents— has died at the age of 61. We offer heartfelt condolences to his family, colleagues, and friends. #AACRFellows
AACR
@AACR
Mar 17, 2017
We strongly oppose President Trump’s proposal to cut the @NIH budget and call on Congress to stand against it. sm.aacr.org/dfN0309Zlgr
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@AACR
Mar 10, 2020
After careful consideration of all available information, the AACR has made the difficult decision to postpone #AACR20, originally scheduled for April 24-29 in San Diego. Dates and location of the rescheduled meeting will be announced as soon as possible. bit.ly/336RiGp
AACR
@AACR
Oct 7, 2020
We congratulate #AACRFellows Emmanuelle Charpentier, PhD, and Jennifer A. Doudna, PhD, on earning the Nobel Prize in Chemistry for their groundbreaking work in developing CRISPR gene editing system.
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Nov 7, 2023
Congratulations to Dr. Monica Bertagnolli on her confirmation today by the U.S. Senate to serve as director of the @NIH. The AACR looks forward to working with Dr. Bertagnolli to advance biomedical research and the health of all Americans. @NCIDirector
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@AACR
Nov 9, 2020
We look forward to working with President-elect @JoeBiden, VP-elect @KamalaHarris, and our many returning champions in Congress to prioritize funding for the lifesaving medical science and cancer research that @NIH and @theNCI support. #ResearchSavesLives
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Mar 31, 2017
Proud to announce that former Vice President @JoeBiden will provide remarks at #AACR17 on April 3, 1pm. More info: sm.aacr.org/8wXa30arsvU
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Apr 29, 2021
The American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) applauds @POTUS Biden’s remarks tonight in support of NIH-related biomedical research and his passionate support of cancer research.
AACR
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Nov 19, 2021
AACR Chief Philanthropic Officer @stollm3 helped to kick off @Philly_Marathon Weekend today. We are excited to announce that the AACR #Runners4Research team helped raise more than $385,000 for cancer research. There’s still time to support the team at bit.ly/3qU5zEu.
AACR
@AACR
Apr 1, 2021
AACR members have elected Lisa M. Coussens, PhD, FAACR, as their President-Elect for 2021–2022. Dr. Coussens will become President-Elect on April 12, 2021, during the #AACR21 Business Meeting of Members and will assume the Presidency during #AACR22. bit.ly/3cEOFSu
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Apr 2, 2017
#AACR17 attendees show their support for @NIH funding! Learn more and how you can send a message here: TinyURL.com/FundNIH
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@AACR
Mar 2, 2022
The AACR applauds @POTUS Biden’s passionate remarks tonight in support of cancer research, and we stand ready to work with the Biden Administration to transform cancer care. #CancerMoonshot
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@AACR
Feb 17, 2021
Today, the AACR joined 130 scientific organizations and cancer centers in sending a letter to the Biden administration that underscores the importance of prioritizing cancer patients and survivors when administering #COVID19 vaccines. Learn more: bit.ly/3dsQIdr