Founded in 1953, the New York City-based Cancer Research Institute is a nonprofit organization dedicated to extending the lives of cancer patients and reducing cancer-related deaths by fueling the development of smarter, more effective treatments that mobilize our body’s natural immune defenses against all types of cancer.

To accomplish this goal, the Cancer Research Institute supports the most critical research, invests in the development of promising new treatments, and unites the efforts of the field’s leaders worldwide. Through this work, Cancer Research Institute is transforming cancer therapy, enabling patients to live longer, healthier lives free from the fear of cancer. 

For more information visit www.cancerresearch.org.

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Cancer Research Institute (CRI)

Jill O'Donnell-Tormey, PhD

Blessing Bolorunduro

Jay Campbell

Lynne Harmer Rapino

Samik Upadhaya

Cierra Howard

Sharon Slade

The Leadership Team at the Cancer Research Institute steers the overall strategic direction and vision of the organization. The CEO provides overarching leadership, the Chief Program Officer oversees key research initiatives, the Managing Director, Clinical Accelerator and Venture Fund directs investment in groundbreaking treatments, and the Chief Marketing Officer enhances public awareness and engagement. Together, they drive CRI's mission to revolutionize cancer therapy and improve patient outcomes.

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