American Association for Cancer Research
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The
American Association for Cancer Research (
AACR) is the world's oldest and largest
professional association related to
cancer research. Based in
Philadelphia, the AACR focuses on all aspects of
cancer research, including
basic, clinical, and translational research into the
etiology,
prevention,
diagnosis, and
treatment of cancer. Founded in 1907 by 11 physicians and scientists, the organization now has more than 58,000 members in 142 countries and territories. The mission of the AACR is to prevent and cure cancer through research, education, communication, collaboration, science policy and advocacy, and funding for cancer research.
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