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Nominations are open for AACI’s CTI and PCLI steering committees, with three-year terms beginning January 2027. Submit nominations isby 5 pm PT on October 30. Learn more in the #AACIUpdate: bit.ly/4i30ZxC

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AACI @aacicancer.bsky.social · 23h

#ICYMI: Catch up on the latest news from AACI and our member cancer centers in the October #AACIUpdate. Read the latest issue: bit.ly/4i30ZxC

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AACI @aacicancer.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

New from #AACI Public Policy Resource Library: Indiana has ended "try and fail" step therapy for patients with advanced or metastatic cancer in state employee and related health insurance plans. See what changed: bit.ly/4z2gvzk

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AACI @aacicancer.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Regular registration for the 2026 AACI/CCAF Annual Meeting ends Wednesday, September 30. Join us October 25–27 in Chicago for conversations on the challenges and opportunities facing cancer centers. Register before rates increase on October 1: bit.ly/46RoQdq #AACI2026

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AACI @aacicancer.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

#ICYMI: As cancer centers grow more complex, how are we preparing their next leaders? The September #AACICommentary explores AACI’s Leadership Development Workshop and new yearlong Leadership Advancement Program. Nominations for both are due Sept. 30. bit.ly/47acvRt

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AACI @aacicancer.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Dr. Thomas P. Loughran, Jr., director of the University of Virginia Cancer Center, has spent his career driven by both the patients in front of him and those not yet affected by cancer. Hear more on what motivates him in cancer research, care, and advocacy. #BetterTogether #AACIBetterTogether

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AACI @aacicancer.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Paradigm Health and AACI will present a webinar, "Pioneering a Modern Regulatory Framework: a Discussion With the Leaders Behind FDA's Real-Time Clinical Trials," at 11:00am ET on Monday, September 28. Hear from pioneers behind the FDA's proof-of-concept trials. #AACIUpdate: bit.ly/4x9bBQ2

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AACI @aacicancer.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Congratulations to Dr. Duane A. Mitchell on his appointment as the next director of the @ufhealthcancer.bsky.social. We look forward to seeing the institute continue its important work under his leadership.

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AACI @aacicancer.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

AACI is deeply concerned about a reported executive order that would empower political appointees to determine how NIH distributes congressionally appropriated funds, risking delays in dispersal of lifesaving cancer research funding. Statement: ow.ly/huqG50ZQn7k #advocacy

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AACI @aacicancer.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

@mayocliniccancer.bsky.social is seeking a skilled Executive Administrator to partner with its Executive Cancer Center Director, leading a world-class team across research, clinical, and community settings. Learn more and apply: jobs.mayoclinic.org/cancer-cente... #Ad #CancerCenterJobs

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AACI @aacicancer.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Directors of AACI member cancer centers are encouraged to nominate an emerging leader for the new Leadership Advancement Program and the Leadership Development Workshop. Nominations are due by 8:00 pm ET on Wednesday, September 30. Read more in the September #AACIUpdate: bit.ly/4x9bBQ2

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AACI @aacicancer.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

At the closing session of the 2026 AACI/CCAF Annual Meeting, NCI Director Dr. Anthony Letai will report on the current status of the national cancer research enterprise. His presentation takes place Tuesday, October 27 at 11:15am CT. Read more in the September #AACIUpdate: bit.ly/4x9bBQ2 #AACI2026

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AACI @aacicancer.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

AACI was proud to be a part of the Rally for Medical Research in support of sustained, predictable funding for the NIH and the NCI. Thank you to @theaacr.bsky.social for hosting this powerful event. #CancerResearch #Advocacy #RallyForMedicalResearch #FundNIH #FundNCI

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AACI @aacicancer.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

At last night’s #RallyForMedicalResearch reception, NIH Director Dr. Jay Bhattacharya highlighted the impact of biomedical research. Today, AACI’s policy team joins members on Capitol Hill to advocate for #CancerResearch and support AACR’s efforts. #FundNIH #FundNCI

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AACI @aacicancer.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

This week, advocates from across the country are calling on Congress to support medical and cancer research. AACI is proud of @acscan.bsky.social's advocacy efforts, and excited to join hundreds of colleagues for the Rally for Medical Research on 9/17. bit.ly/4gRwwCe #FundNIH #FundNCI

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Urge Congress to support cancer research funding and clinical trials

ACS CAN is the leading cancer advocacy organization that is working every day to make cancer issues a national priority.

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AACI @aacicancer.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

AACI announces a leadership transition for its Physician Clinical Leadership Initiative (PCLI). Congratulations to Dr. Lee G. Wilke, the new PCLI Steering Committee chair. AACI also thanks Dr. Paula M. Fracasso for her leadership and contributions as PCLI chair. #AACIUpdate: bit.ly/4x9bBQ2

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AACI @aacicancer.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

AACI’s Clinical Research Innovation (CRI) Steering Committee welcomes four new leaders. Congratulations to Dr. Edward J. Kim, the new chair-elect, and new steering committee members Stephanie Brogan, Dr. Wencesley A. Paez, and Kelli Thorne. Read more in the September #AACIUpdate: bit.ly/4x9bBQ2

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AACI @aacicancer.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

We're pleased to welcome @massgeneralbrigham.bsky.social Cancer Institute as our newest cancer center member. Led by President Dr. David Ryan, the institute brings a strong commitment to advancing cancer care, research, and health equity across New England. bit.ly/4x9bBQ2 #AACIUpdate

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AACI @aacicancer.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Congratulations to Dr. Jonathan W. Friedberg, Dr. Primo N. Lara Jr., and Dr. Matthew Vander Heiden on their election to the AACI Board of Directors. Read more in the September #AACIUpdate: bit.ly/4x9bBQ2 @ucdaviscancer.bsky.social @wilmotcancer.bsky.social @mitkochinstitute.bsky.social

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AACI @aacicancer.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Cancer doesn’t happen in isolation. Dr. Ben Ho Park, director of Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center, is exploring how age-related genetic changes in blood cells may influence cancer development and treatment. Sharing expertise helps move discoveries forward. #BetterTogether #AACIBetterTogether

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AACI @aacicancer.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Congratulations to Dr. Charles W.M. Roberts on being named the next president & CEO of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Dr. Roberts currently leads the St. Jude Comprehensive Cancer Center. Read more in the September #AACIUpdate: bit.ly/4x9bBQ2 @stjude.bsky.social @stjuderesearch.bsky.social

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AACI @aacicancer.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

ICYMI: The September #AACIUpdate is live. Catch up on the latest news, research, jobs, and events from AACI and North America's leading academic cancer centers. Read the September issue: bit.ly/4x9bBQ2

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AACI @aacicancer.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Have you registered for the 2026 AACI/CCAF Annual Meeting yet? Join cancer center leaders and colleagues October 25–27 in Chicago for three days of, learning, collaboration, and important conversations about the future of cancer research and care. www.aaci-cancer.org/aaci-ccaf-an... #AACI2026

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AACI @aacicancer.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

After nine years of leadership, Dr. Peter W.T. Pisters will retire as president of @mdanderson.bsky.social. Dr. Jeffrey E. Lee has been named interim president. Read more in the September #AACIUpdate bit.ly/4x9bBQ2

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AACI @aacicancer.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

What does AACI membership look like in action? From advancing clinical trials to supporting advocacy and connecting cancer centers, AACI membership helps move cancer research and care forward. See the 2026 snapshot: www.aaci-cancer.org/files/admin/... #AACI #CancerResearch #WorkingForYou

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AACI @aacicancer.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Join AACI Sept. 15 at 1 pm ET for a PCLI Webinar with leaders from Simmons Comprehensive Cancer Center at UT Southwestern Medical Center on how cancer centers are integrating cancer genetics, pharmacogenomics & longitudinal prevention. Register: www.medlive.com/aaci/show/26... #AACI #CancerResearch

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AACI @aacicancer.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

Dr. Nirali N. Shah has been named associate director for translational research at the University of Maryland Marlene and Stewart Greenebaum Comprehensive Cancer Center. Read more in the August #AACIUpdate: www.aaci-cancer.org/aaci-update-... #NewsFromTheCenters #CancerResearch

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AACI @aacicancer.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

Dr. Shirish Gadgeel has been named co-chair of the Protocol Review and Monitoring Committee at @winshipcancer.emory.edu, alongside Dr. Tamara Miller. Read more in the August #AACIUpdate: www.aaci-cancer.org/aaci-update-... #NewsFromTheCenters #ClinicalTrials

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AACI @aacicancer.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

A $250,000 RevitaLash Cosmetics award will support Dr. Asfar Azmi’s research at @karmanoscancer.bsky.social and Wayne State University exploring new approaches to pancreatic cancer treatment. Read more in the August #AACIUpdate: www.aaci-cancer.org/aaci-update-... #CancerResearch #PancreaticCancer

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AACI @aacicancer.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

The 2026 AACI Leadership Development Workshop takes place Oct.24 in Chicago. Organizations can support through several sponsorship opportunities. Learn more: www.aaci-cancer.org/Files/Admin/... #AACI #LDDW26

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AACI @aacicancer.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Congratulations to Dr. Cynthia X. Ma of @sitemancenter.bsky.social on receiving a Susan G. Komen Leadership Grant to advance breast cancer research on endocrine resistance. Read more in the August #AACIUpdate: www.aaci-cancer.org/aaci-update-... #CancerResearch #BreastCancer

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AACI @aacicancer.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

New from the AACI Public Policy Resource Library: California taxpayers can now direct state tax refunds to pediatric cancer research. Read more: bit.ly/3UoO5AD #PublicPolicy #PediatricCancer

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AACI @aacicancer.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

AACI mourns the loss of surgical oncologist and patient navigation pioneer Harold P. Freeman, MD, who died August 11 at age 93. His groundbreaking work advancing health equity and access to cancer care leaves a lasting legacy. Read AACI’s full statement: bit.ly/4xLbQBs

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AACI @aacicancer.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Dr. Cornelia Ulrich of @huntsmancancer.bsky.social has been appointed the inaugural Mary C. Beckerle Presidential Endowed Chair in Cancer Research and Leadership. Read more in the August #AACIUpdate: www.aaci-cancer.org/aaci-update-... #Awards #Honors

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AACI @aacicancer.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Clinical trials can offer hope, but access isn’t always easy. A @kffhealthnews.org article explores barriers including finding trials, travel, cost & childcare, and highlights the EACT project, co-coordinated by AACI & the MRCT Center. bit.ly/4ijAZ1r

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You Want To Join a Clinical Trial. Here’s What To Know About the Hurdles. - KFF Health News

The Department of Health and Human Services has launched an effort to streamline clinical research, and legislation is pending in Congress. But patients and providers face participation challenges.

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AACI @aacicancer.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

New from AACI: The Public Policy Roundup is a quarterly update on the policy issues shaping the oncology field and AACI's ongoing advocacy activities. Read and subscribe: bit.ly/4hHBS3S #CancerResearch #CancerPolicy #AACIPPR

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AACI @aacicancer.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

Dr. Lusine Yaghjyan of @ufhealthcancer.bsky.social has received a $3.4 million NCI grant to study how breast stem cells contribute to early breast tumor development. Read more in the August #AACIUpdate: www.aaci-cancer.org/aaci-update-... #Grants #Gifts

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AACI @aacicancer.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

Congratulations to Dr. Carmen Bergom of @sitemancenter.bsky.social on being named an American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) Fellow. Read more in the August #AACIUpdate: www.aaci-cancer.org/aaci-update-... #Awards #Honors

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AACI @aacicancer.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Congratulations to Dr. Janice Gabrilove of Mount Sinai Tisch Cancer Center on receiving a lifetime achievement award for her leadership, innovation, mentorship, and impact in oncology and medicine. Read more in the August #AACIUpdate: www.aaci-cancer.org/aaci-update-... #Awards #Honors"

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AACI @aacicancer.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center - The James, hosted its second annual Clinical Trial Concept in the Oncology Landscape course with AACI during the 18th Annual AACI CRI Meeting. Read more in the August #AACIUpdate: www.aaci-cancer.org/aaci-update-...

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AACI @aacicancer.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

@fredhutch.org Cancer Center has named Dr. Kate Markey the next holder of the Innovators Network Endowed Chair, recognizing her innovative research and potential for patient impact. Read more in the August #AACIUpdate: www.aaci-cancer.org/aaci-update-... #Awards #Honors"

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AACI @aacicancer.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

Join colleagues in Chicago for the 2026 AACI/CCAF Annual Meeting, Oct. 25-27. “Four Generations, One Workplace” will explore strategies for collaboration, engagement, and navigating today’s multigenerational cancer center workforce. #AACIUpdate www.aaci-cancer.org/aaci-update-...

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AACI @aacicancer.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

Congratulations to @vcumassey.bsky.social on naming Dr. Monica Baskin as its next director. Dr. Baskin is the first woman to lead the center and the first Black woman to direct an NCI-Designated Cancer Center. Read more in the August #AACIUpdate: www.aaci-cancer.org/aaci-update-...

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AACI @aacicancer.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

Join AACI and SIRUM on Aug. 10 at 1 p.m. ET for Leveraging Oncology Medicine Surplus for Good. Register on the @medliveofficial.bsky.social: www.medlive.com/aaci/show/26...

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AACI @aacicancer.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

#ICYMI the August #AACIUpdate is now available with the latest news from AACI cancer centers. Read more: www.aaci-cancer.org/aaci-update-...

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AACI @aacicancer.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

Dr. Roarke Kamber of @ucsfcancer.bsky.social has been named a 2026 Pew-Stewart Scholar. #AACIUpdate: www.aaci-cancer.org/aaci-update-... #Awards #Honors

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AACI @aacicancer.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

Dr. Ashutosh Tewari of Mount Sinai Tisch Cancer Center was awarded an honorary fellowship by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow. His pioneering work in robotic surgery, genomics, and imaging continues to advance prostate cancer care. #AACIUpdate: aaci-cancer.org/aaci-update-...

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AACI @aacicancer.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

“Cancer is evil.” That simple motivation drives Dr. Roy Jensen, of @kucancercenter.bsky.social to continue the fight against cancer. Through shared expertise, AACI members are advancing progress in areas like cellular therapies and immunotherapy. #BetterTogether #AACIBetterTogether

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AACI @aacicancer.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

The experts at the American Society for Radiation Oncology recognized the @sitemancenter.bsky.social Radiation Oncology team as one of the nation’s best radiation oncology programs. Read more in the #AACIUpdate: www.aaci-cancer.org/aaci-update-... #Awards #Honors

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AACI @aacicancer.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

Dr. Parth Desai of @foxchasecancer.bsky.social and @templehealth.bsky.social has received the ASCO Conquer Cancer Career Development Award for his research on immune-cold tumors. Read more in the #AACIUpdate: www.aaci-cancer.org/aaci-update-... #Awards #Honors

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