We’re excited to welcome Adair Mosley, CEO of Groundbreak Coalition, as keynote speaker at this year’s Cancer Free Futures conference, sponsored by Johnson & Johnson and AstraZeneca! Adair's leadership in community solutions and trust-building will inspire us all on November 8. https://ow.ly/nhCW50XbaUl
Masonic Cancer Center, University of Minnesota
Hospitals and Health Care
Minneapolis, Minnesota 2,833 followers
The Twin Cities' only NCI-designated comprehensive cancer center. #UMNCancer
About us
The Masonic Cancer Center, University of Minnesota is the Twin Cities’ own Comprehensive Cancer Center, designated ‘Outstanding’ by the National Cancer Institute. For 30 years, our researchers, educators and care providers have worked to discover the causes, prevention, detection, and treatment of cancer and cancer-related diseases. Learn more at cancer.umn.edu. As one of only 51 National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Centers in the U.S., we are recognized for dedication to the highest standards of cancer research, patient care, education, and community outreach. We are part of the Big Ten Cancer Research Consortium, a network of academic institutions working together on highly translational clinical trials using the expertise of Big Ten universities. Adding to the depth and breath of research are the Masonic Cancer Center's UMN research partners including the Medical School, School of Dentistry, School of Nursing, College of Pharmacy, School of Public Health, College of Veterinary Medicine, Stem Cell Institute, Center for Immunology, and the Center for Magnetic Resonance Imaging. The center's clinical research and treatment partners include University of Minnesota Health - Cancer Care, University of Minnesota Medical Center, and University of Minnesota Masonic Children's Hospital. Research areas of excellence: -Tobacco research -Cell therapy for hematologic malignancies -Biomarkers to understand the mechanisms of carcinogenesis -Innovative methods to identify and understand cancer genes -Childhood cancer -Immunotherapy -Functional genomics -Cancer prevention and control -Epidemiological research We also lead the Minnesota Cancer Clinical Trials Network (MNCCTN).
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http://cancer.umn.edu/index.htm
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- Hospitals and Health Care
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- 501-1,000 employees
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- Minneapolis, Minnesota
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- Nonprofit
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- 1991
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- Cancer Research, Carcinogenesis, Cancer Education, Chemoprevention, Bone Marrow Transplant, Immunotherapy for Cancer Treatment, Gene Therapy for Cancer Treatment, Clinical Trials Initiation and Management, Translational Cancer Research, cancer prevention, cancer survivorship, metastatic breast cancer, brain tumor research, head and neck cancers, sarcoma, gynecologic oncology, bone marrow transplant (BMT), and cancer community education
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Masonic Cancer Center, University of Minnesota
420 Delaware Street SE, Mayo Mail Code 806
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55455, US
Employees at Masonic Cancer Center, University of Minnesota
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Gretchen Sieger
Director of Operations, Clinical Informatics - Clinical and Translational Science Institute at University of Minnesota
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Laura Klein
Research Development Manager
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Andrea Johnson, MBA
Finance Director at Masonic Cancer Center, University of Minnesota
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Gretchen Unger
Chief Scientific Officer at Surtovol Laboratories
Updates
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Happening tomorrow! MCC's Deepali Sachdev, PhD, and survivor Katie Lin, join us for a conversation about the science behind Triple Negative Breast Cancer and a powerful personal story of resilience. Reserve your spot: https://lnkd.in/eVBp4BPR
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Join us tomorrow, Oct. 14 for the next session of the 2025 THRIVE Series! Tomorrow's session will explore "Diet and Lifestyle Factors in Cancer Risk," with Robert Turesky, PhD. Find the details 👉 https://ow.ly/ytxG50X9LOb
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When Hugo, a 13-year-old, mixed breed dog, was diagnosed with aggressive melanoma, his family turned to a groundbreaking clinical trial at the U of M. Now thriving, Hugo is helping researchers test a promising cancer vaccine—one that could save both canine and human lives. Read more about Hugo’s journey. https://lnkd.in/efxMVQBX
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Cancer remains the leading cause of death in Minnesota. On November 8, our Cancer Free Futures event will bring together survivors, researchers, health care providers, and community partners for a day of education, resources, and screenings—all entirely free and open to the public! Save your spot at the event: https://lnkd.in/g7PQJaKf
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Join us tomorrow, Oct. 7 as we kick off the 2025 THRIVE Series! Tomorrow's session will explore "Psychological Aspects of Cancer and Resilience," with William Robiner, PhD, LP. Find the details 👉 https://lnkd.in/gTDp8j4d
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Have you registered for the Oct. 15 Fireside Chat with MCC's Office of Community Outreach & Engagement, Deepali Sachdev, PhD, and Katie Lin. We’ll explore the science behind Triple Negative Breast Cancer and hear a powerful personal story of resilience. More details 👉 https://lnkd.in/eVBp4BPR
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Join us on October 4 for Ask a Doc: Golf Night & Real Talk on Black Men’s Health! Tee off at Par365 and chat with Dr. Nick Zorko about cancer prevention. RSVP required—space is limited at this free event! z.umn.edu/powerovercancer
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Register now for the 2025 THRIVE Series! This free, weekly series provides information about cancer survivorship with education and resources on various topics straight from local experts. Learn more and register here: https://ow.ly/FWu650X548A
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Join the University of Minnesota Center for Bioethics' Ethics Grand Rounds webinar, "Public Perceptions of Health Equity and How Communication Can Shape Understanding and Action," on Friday, Oct. 3, from 12-1 p.m. CDT. Opportunity to gain IPE credits and CEU certificates. Learn more about the speaker and register at: https://ow.ly/oWrX50X4ycm
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