The National Foundation for Cancer Research (NFCR) proudly congratulates Dr. Robert C. Bast, Jr., a pioneering cancer scientist, and NFCR-supported investigator from 2001 to 2018, on being named the 2025 recipient of the AACR-Daniel D. Von Hoff Award for Outstanding Contributions to Education and Training in Cancer Research

A recent global survey of 156 institutions reveals strong interest in VR-haptic technology for dental training, yet significant barriers impede widespread adoption.

Researchers at Aston University have called for more advice to be given to young people about preventing dry eye disease, after a study carried out in conjunction with Oslo University Hospital and Sørlandet Hospital Trust in Norway found that 90% of participants had at least one sign of the condition in their eyes.

More information about gun safety has increasingly led parents to ask about firearms in the homes their kids visit, according to a new national study. The research will be presented at the Pediatric Academic Societies (PAS) 2025 Meeting, held April 24-28 in Honolulu.  

Despite the official end of the pandemic, covid-19 remains a significant health concern. In Brazil alone, the virus claimed around 6,000 lives in 2024, emphasizing the need for continued vaccination efforts.

Recognizing that covid-19 affects multiple organs and that much remains unknown about the mechanisms of SARS-CoV-2, a Brazilian study published in Scientific Reports (Nature) aimed to map the virus’s impact on human tissues. Researchers from Unicamp, the D’Or Institute for Research and Education (IDOR), and other national institutions analyzed infection-induced changes at the protein level, creating a freely accessible digital atlas detailing affected proteins across nine distinct cell types.

The National Foundation for Cancer Research (NFCR) congratulates Dr. Rakesh K. Jain on receiving the 2025 AACR Award for Lifetime Achievement in Cancer Research. A globally recognized leader in oncology, Dr. Jain has made pioneering contributions to understanding the tumor microenvironment and developing novel cancer treatment strategies, including the theory of vascular normalization. Supported by NFCR for over 25 years, Dr. Jain’s work has transformed cancer therapy and education, impacting patient outcomes across multiple cancer types. The award will be presented at the AACR Annual Meeting in Chicago on April 27, 2025.