The senior director for preclinical translation discusses growing up in Scotland and London, discovering his love for science, and becoming an “accidental” cancer researcher committed to improving cancer care.
From providing art projects for patients to providing water for fundraisers at a marathon, volunteers at Huntsman Cancer Institute and Huntsman Cancer Foundation are making a big impact.
Whitney Maxwell, MS, CGC, advances cancer prevention through genetic counseling and research. With a focus on expanding access to under-resourced communities, she’s helping translate complex genetic insights into life-saving care.
Huntsman Cancer Institute, the Mountain West’s only National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, celebrated the ceremonial groundbreaking for its second major location in one of the country’s fastest growing counties.
Over 7% of Medicare patients travel across state borders for cancer care, though the percentage nearly doubles for rural patients. Tracy Onega says this has major impacts on telehealth policy.
An academic collaboration between Huntsman Cancer Institute and Brigham Young University is giving students like Sarah Fund the opportunity to apply their skills from the classroom to real-world research projects.
Huntsman Cancer Institute brought together top researchers from across the country to address how artificial intelligence and other technologies will innovate cancer prevention and care delivery—particularly for rural patients.
Their innovative research, supported by federal funding, shape the future of cancer care, from using digital communications to better access genetic services to increasing medicine’s effectiveness while lessening side effects.
A novel oral combination drug therapy evaluated at Huntsman Cancer Institute could treat and prevent melanoma spreading to the brain. Brain metastasis is the main cause of death from melanoma.
Physician-scientist Conan Kinsey gives three reasons why pancreatic cancer has one of the lowest survival rates for any kind of cancer and explains how federally and donor-funded research provides hope.
Genomic analyses funded by the National Cancer Institute show that ovarian cancer mutations are nearly identical across populations, yet some differences emerged. This information may be relevant for treatment decisions.
These awards advance cancer research, support scientists, and establish a training program for students. The funding underscores a commitment to future cancer investigators and better patient outcomes.
Three executive leaders describe how they see Huntsman Cancer Institute advancing cancer care and research in 2025 and beyond, including increasing cancer care access for all.
Huntsman Cancer Institute’s 2024 highlights of discovery and innovation include a new drug pairing for brain cancer, a groundbreaking study into health care barriers, and more.
Huntsman Cancer Institute is breaking ground on a new location in Vineyard in April 2025, expanding access to cancer care and research and bringing lifesaving resources closer to home.
