Research Focus

Our scientists—including three Nobel laureates—lead exciting research that is improving human health around the world.

Research Focus Highlight: Immunotherapy We're making progress in harnessing the human body's natural defense system to fight cancer, just as it attacks everyday ailments like the common cold.

	Early Detection We're working to discover powerful new methods to find and treat cancer at its earliest stages, when a patient's chances of survival are greatest.
	Tumor Research We're making great strides in improving the chances of survival and quality of life for people with cancers of the lung, breast, prostate, gastrointestinal, gynecological and other organs.
	International Research We're determined to speed the development and delivery of preventive measures for the world's most urgent public-health problems—many of which take the hardest toll in countries with limited resources.

	Fundamental Science Our discoveries about the basic properties of cells hold potential to advance the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of cancer and other diseases.
	Leukemia and Lymphoma We're developing innovative new approaches for blood-based cancers and disorders through building upon our pioneering work on bone-marrow and stem-cell transplantation.
	Prevention Research We're shedding new light on the ways in which lifestyle factors—such as diet, exercise and smoking—may influence our risk for cancer and other diseases.
	Childhood Cancers We're committed to research that yields safe and effective treatments for cancer's youngest victims.

	Early Detection and Intervention
	Immunotherapy
	International Research
	Tumor Research
	Fundamental Research
	Childhood Cancer
	Leukemia, Lymphoma and Blood Diseases
	Prevention Research