Cancer Prevention & Research Institute of Texas Recruits 200th CPRIT Scholar

(AUSTIN) — The Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas (CPRIT) announced the recruitment of its 200^th CPRIT Scholar to Texas. Theresa Guise, M.D., a leading physician scientist in the study of skeletal complications of cancer, including bone metastasis, bone loss and muscle weakness has accepted a CPRIT Established Investigator Award to join The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center from Indiana University School of Medicine.

"CPRIT Scholars have bolstered the life sciences ecosystem in Texas, bringing talented individuals and their scientific knowledge to build a critical mass in the fight against cancer,” said Dr. James Willson, CPRIT Chief Scientific Officer. “I welcome Dr. Guise to Texas, and she joins a long line of researchers who have grounded themselves here and continue to provide invaluable contributions for better understanding the science behind cancer and how it can be successfully treated."

The CPRIT Difference: MD Anderson

CPRIT has invested more than $2.4 billion in cancer research and prevention across the state, positioning CPRIT as the second largest source of public funding.

Researchers Roundup – Fighting Childhood Brain Cancer

CPRIT and the Carson Leslie Foundation are rounding up Texas Childhood Brain Cancer Investigators to discuss, encourage and identify collaboration. Outcome of Roundup will frame CPRIT’s Childhood Brain Cancer Requests for Applications.

Cancer Prevention & Research Institute of Texas Awards $38 Million in New Recruitment Grants

AUSTIN — The Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas (CPRIT) today awarded 10 new academic research grants totaling $38 million to recruit eminent cancer researchers to Texas.

“As overwhelmingly affirmed earlier this month, voters want Texas to be the center of world-class cancer research,” said Wayne Roberts, CPRIT Chief Executive Officer. “These recruits will assist CPRIT achieve Texans’ aspirations.”

Statement from CPRIT CEO Wayne Roberts on Passage of Proposition 6

Texans set a course in 2007 to conquer cancer. Yesterday’s vote underscores the state’s unprecedented commitment to improve the health and lives of our fellow Texans by preventing, treating, and curing cancer. Everyone at CPRIT appreciates the confidence Texans place in us to guide the state toward a cancer-free future.

The Texas-Israel Alliance Healthcare Innovation Conference

CPRIT is a proud partner with the Texas-Israel Alliance at the Texas-Israel Alliance Healthcare Innovation Conference October 25, 2019.