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Landmark trial brings genomic testing to thousands of Ontarians with cancer
The Ontario-wide Cancer Targeted Nucleic Acid Evaluation (OCTANE) expanded the province’s capacity for next-generation sequencing to deliver personalized approaches to treat cancer Maddi was just 33 years old when she learned that her breast cancer had metastasized. She was told the standard-of-care treatment for metastatic breast cancer at the time in 2019 could help manage […]
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Jul 15, 2024
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Caregiver brings father’s voice to cancer research
Jul 05, 2024
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Ask a Cancer Researcher: How does a tumour’s genetics factor into cancer care?
Jul 03, 2024
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Study identifies two critical genes in pancreatic tumours
Jun 26, 2024
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New patient-centred system for brain cancer radiotherapy receives top honours at FACIT Falcons’ Fortunes
Jun 13, 2024
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Ask a Cancer Researcher: Why is it so challenging to find a cure for cancer?
May 29, 2024
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Ontario Institute for Cancer Research (OICR) applauds the Province's renewed funding commitment to cancer research
May 27, 2024
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New 3CTN initiative aims to address barriers faced by underrepresented populations and expand clinical trial involvement
May 23, 2024
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Providence and Ontario Institute for Cancer Research (OICR) partnering to discover and develop mRNA therapeutics
May 16, 2024
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Help us shape OICR's next five year strategic plan
May 14, 2024
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Ask a Cancer Researcher: How can ultrasound be used to detect breast cancer?
May 03, 2024
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A message from the President and Scientific Director on the passing of Andrea Redway
Apr 22, 2024
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