AACR Initiatives Accelerating Cancer Research Executive Committee President Philip D. Greenberg, MD, FAACR President-Elect Patricia M. LoRusso, DO, PhD (hc), FAACR Past President Lisa M. Coussens, PhD, FAACR Treasurer William N. Hait, MD, PhD, FAACR Chief Executive Officer Margaret Foti, PhD, MD (hc) Mission The mission of the AACR is to prevent and cure cancer through research, education, communication, collaboration, science policy and advocacy, and funding for cancer research. Through its programs and services, AACR fosters research in cancer and related biomedical science; accelerates the dissemination of new research findings among scientists and others dedicated to the conquest of cancer; promotes science education and training; and advances the understanding of cancer etiology, prevention, diagnosis, and treatment throughout the world. Membership • AACR has more than 54,000 members residing in 130 countries and territories. • Members include laboratory, translational, and clinical researchers; other health care professionals; and cancer advocates who depend on AACR's programs and activities for the exchange of timely scientific information. • With over 25,000 Associate members, AACR supports the education, training, and professional development of early-career cancer researchers/scientists, who are graduate students, medical students and residents, and clinical and postdoctoral fellows. Annual dues are not required for Associate members. • Through the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion efforts of AACR-Minorities in Cancer Research and AACRWomen in Cancer Research, AACR supports the professional development and career advancement of underrepresented minority and women scientists in cancer research. • Open to any AACR member are Scientific Working Groups to explore expanded research opportunities and advance discoveries that lead to greater knowledge and understanding of cancer. Publications The AACR proudly publishes 10 scientific journals of high quality, covering the full spectrum of cancer science and medicine, including the online-only, open access journal, Cancer Research Communications. Cancer Today® is a magazine for cancer patients and caregivers. Leading Discoveries is a magazine highlighting AACR members, programs, and philanthropic initiatives. AACR Cancer Progress Report 2023 AACR Initiatives Accelerating Cancer Research 196
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