AACI (Association of American Cancer Institutes)

#ICYMI Take a look at AACI's Public Policy Resource Library and check out our latest post, "Bridging the Gap: Delaware's Approach to Health Disparities." Learn how the Delaware Cancer Consortium has transformed cancer care and improved health outcomes through innovative initiatives. Read more: https://bit.ly/3Y65Jcc #CancerPrevention #PublicHealth #AACI

We recently shared our July 2024 Update, which included some newly posted cancer center job openings! AACI members are encouraged to send in job openings to be featured in our monthly #AACIUpdate and online. To learn more, and to review current job postings, visit https://bit.ly/3UW7Cq1

"When you interact with a patient advocate, you need to understand you've interacted with exactly one patient advocate. Every one of us is different." - Anne Marie Mercurio. Read more insights from Mercurio, a #CRI2024 #keynote speaker, in the July 2024 #AACICommentary. https://lnkd.in/eFA4fs-k #ClinicalResearch #PatientAdvocacy #PatientAdvocate (Photo credit: Randy Belice)

Please join us at the 2024 AACI/CCAF Annual Meeting in Chicago, October 20-22. We are honored to have Dr. Lawrence H. Einhorn, a distinguished professor at Indiana University School of Medicine, deliver the keynote address. Dr. Einhorn is renowned for his groundbreaking development of a curative treatment for testicular cancer. His work has saved countless lives, including that of cancer advocate and cycling legend, Lance Armstrong. Don't miss this opportunity to hear from an oncology pioneer! Register here: https://bit.ly/4aPl5ET #AACI2024

AACI would like to thank the members of this year's Tech Gold pilot program, Cognizant, Yunu and Caris Life Sciences During #CRI2024, these companies hosted meetings that provided attendees with tools to drive the future of clinical research at AACI cancer centers.

Thanks again to all who attended our 16th annual Clinical Research Innovation (CRI) meeting June 24-26, in Rosemont, IL. With a focus on clinical trial office operations, the signature event drew over 600 attendees with 153 abstracts submitted for presentation. Save the Date as planning is underway for the 17th Annual AACI CRI Meeting, June 23-25, 2025, in Rosemont.

AACI gratefully acknowledges the 16th Annual AACI CRI Meeting supporters: Gold-Merck and Novartis; Silver- Bristol Myers Squibb Huron and Yunu; and Bronze- Deep 6 AI and Gilead Sciences Thank you for your support! #CRI2024

We're pleased to announce that findings from a 2023 survey of cancer center clinical trials offices were recently published in JCO Oncology Practice. The study, "North American Cancer Center Clinical Research Capacity and Benchmarking in the Post-Pandemic Era," was written by lead authors Dr. Thomas J. George (UF Health Cancer Center), Dr. Margaret Kasner (Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center at Jefferson), Angela Fritsche (Mayo Clinic Comprehensive Cancer Center), and Dr. Carrie B. Lee (UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center). Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/emcjt73F #CancerResearch #Oncology #ClinicalTrials

📢 We have lots to share in the July 2024 #AACIUpdate! 🌟 Dr. Robert L. Ferris appointed executive director of UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center, effective October 1. Dr. Ferris, a head and neck surgical oncologist and cancer immunotherapy expert, joins UNC from UPMC Hillman Cancer Center. 🎤 Dr. Lawrence H. Einhorn will deliver the keynote at the 2024 AACI/CCAF Annual Meeting in Chicago, October 20, 1:45 pm CT. Dr. Einhorn is renowned for his pioneering work in testicular cancer treatment. 📅 Save the Date: 2025 AACI CADEx Conference, January 29-31 in San Diego. A must-attend event for data experts and community engagement professionals in cancer centers. 📄 CRI Survey Findings Published: "North American Cancer Center Clinical Research Capacity and Benchmarking in the Post-Pandemic Era", now available in JCO Oncology Practice, authored by cancer center and clinical trials leaders from UFHealth Cancer Center - Orlando Regional, Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center at Jefferson, Mayo Clinic , and UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center. 👥 Annual Clinical Trial Operations Meeting: Over 600 attendees gathered June 24-26 in Rosemont, IL for AACI’s 16th Annual CRI meeting, with 153 abstracts presented. 💬 AACI Co-Hosts Webinar: A dynamic discussion on community engagement and cancer health equity was held on June 18 between AACI President Dr. Robert A. Winn (VCU Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center) and ACCC President Dr. Nadine J. Barrett (Wake Forest University School of Medicine). 🏛️ AACI in DC: AACI participated in a congressional briefing on cancer drug parity, sponsored the Black in Cancer Conference, and supported the 15th Annual Congressional Women's Softball Game. 📢 NCI Leadership Opportunity: The National Cancer Institute seeks a director for the Office of Cancer Centers to guide 72 NCI-Designated Cancer Centers nationwide. ➕ Plus more news from North America's leading academic cancer centers! Read more: https://lnkd.in/ejGBhtvQ

Just a friendly reminder to follow us on X @AACI_Cancer for updates and information throughout the meeting. You can also use the official meeting hashtag #CRI2024 and view the meeting program here: https://bit.ly/4cwD0RT #ClinicalResearch #Compassion #Collaboration