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Bringing health and economic benefits to the people of Ontario through world-leading cancer research. Views expressed are those of OICR.
Ontario, Canada
Joined March 2012
David was part of a team that developed a new drug for metastatic skin cancer that rid those suffering from the condition of their tumours. Today, he uses this success as motivation to continue pursuing life-changing therapies. #changedmylife
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Like many people who receive a diagnosis, Michelle felt powerless when she was told she had stage-IV metastatic breast cancer. However, cancer research allowed her to take more control over her treatment, and in turn her life. Her story: #changedmylife
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This #WorldCancerDay marks the beginning of OICR's “Cancer Research #ChangedMyLife” campaign. Throughout the year we will share the stories of those whose lives have been touched by cancer research. Join us in celebrating the power of cancer research.
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On #WorldCancerDay we will begin a celebration of cancer research and its power to transform the lives of those living with cancer, their families and even of cancer researchers themselves. We will be sharing the stories of those who say that cancer research #changedmylife.
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Researchers at OICR, @SickKidsNews and the @Cambridge_Uni made new discoveries about #glioblastoma. The researchers found a new cell type and a novel cellular process they believe play a key role in the development of glioblastoma.
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Why do some mutations cause cancer, yet others don’t? Find out in this month’s Ask a Cancer Researcher video, where Dr. Philip Awadalla explains the role of genetic mutations in the formation of cancer. @AwadallaLab @CanPath @ON_HealthStudy
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Congratulations to Esphera team on this great news! Their made-in-Ontario technology has the potential to make a huge difference for those with cancer by bringing new cutting-edge immunotherapies to the clinic.
FACIT back start-up, Esphera Synbio, set to advance their lead cancer vaccine after closing seed financing round. Esphera's novel engineered exosome technology was initially developed at @OttawaHospital and @McMasteResearch Read more here:
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We are sending our warmest seasons greetings to everyone in the Ontario cancer research community and beyond. We also thank all those who collaborated with and supported OICR over the last year and are looking forward to another successful year working together. Happy holidays!
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Amongst the latest appointees to the Order of Canada are two stars of cancer research in our country. Congratulations to Drs. Nada Jabado and Marco Marra on this well-deserved recognition! 👏 🇨🇦🏅
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In the first instalment of our "Let’s talk about #clinicaltrials" series, we talked to Stephen Sundquist, Executive Director of 3CTN, which seeks to improve the efficiency of academic cancer clinical trials and ensure they can be accessed equitably.
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OICR researchers have discovered a new way to target proteins that drive #leukemia and other cancers that could help generate new, more efficient drugs to treat them.
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RT @CIHR_ICR: 💫 That concludes our 2024 ECR Workshop! Thanks to our partners @OICR_news and @tfri_research and our fantastic speakers for s…
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RT @CCRAlliance: 📣 Save the date and join us in Calgary next year from November 2-4 for the #CCRC2025! Subscribe for exciting updates: http…
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What is a #biomarker? Dr. Jane Bayani from OICR Diagnostic Development provides the answer in this Ask a Cancer Researcher video and explains how they are used in cancer diagnosis and treatment. #biomarkers #diagnostics #cancerresearch @uoftmedicine
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#Kidneycancer discoveries open new avenue for treatment: OICR-supported researchers, led by Dr. Laurie Ailes, have identified a promising therapeutic target for clear cell renal cell carcinoma. News story: Study in @NatureComms:
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Congratulations to Dr. Auer on this honour recognizing her incredible contributions to cancer research and driving innovation within our healthcare system!
Congratulations Dr. Rebecca Auer on being recognized as one of 2024 @WXN Canada’s Most Powerful Women: Top 100 Award Winners! #WXNTop100 This year’s theme is #BeBold.
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RT @WesternU_CTCR: Hot off the presses📣November's edition of the CTCR's Onc-Insider @SchulichMedDent @LHSCCanada @L…
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🤔 Curious about cancer research and the methods and technologies behind it? Now is your chance to have your cancer research question answered by OICR's scientists. Submit your question today for our Ask a Cancer Researcher video series! ❓▶
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