About OICR

OICR is an innovative translational research institute dedicated to research on the prevention, early detection, diagnosis and treatment of cancer.

About OICR
Research

OICR's research focuses on areas with the
greatest potential impact on patients.

Programs and Platforms
Funding

OICR’s funding from its partners and the Government of Ontario is $160 million, which supports more than 1,400 researchers, clinician-scientists, research staff and trainees.

Funding Opportunities
Commercialization

OICR provides expertise and funding to help researchers further develop and commercialize their cancer research and technologies.

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International Cancer
Genome Consortium

The ICGC is designed to identify cancer-causing mutations involved in more than 25,000 tumours for more than 50 types of cancer.

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Scientists + Trainees

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OICR RESEARCHER

If we can do a better job of determining that there is no residual disease after surgery, then we could potentially spare patients adjuvant radiation therapy.

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