Researchers and Clinicians

Through innovation and scientific collaboration, scientists at the MCW Cancer Center are accelerating research breakthroughs to identify new and innovative approaches to preventing, diagnosing, and treating cancer and improving the lives of patients in our community.
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Scientific Investments

The MCW Cancer Center is leading and investing in five scientific focus areas important to the health of our community.

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Research Programs

Three high-impact research programs are defining lifesaving approaches to prevent, diagnose, and treat disease.

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Clinical Research

MCW Cancer Center scientists and physicians currently enroll patients on 200+ active cancer clinical trials, the largest in Wisconsin.

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Shared Resources

State-of-the-art equipment and expertise help advance innovative and impactful research.

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Funding Opportunities

A portfolio of internal and external funding opportunities is available to fuel new and continued research.

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Translational Council

The Translational Council provides a formal process that helps ensure promising ideas move from discovery to real-world impact.

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Training and Education

Robust educational programs support and advance a diverse population of learners.

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MCW Center for Cancer Discovery

The MCW Cancer Center is forging new synergies in science by bringing together the best minds in medicine.