EDUCATION 15
PRIOR TO THE INCEPTION OF A CANCER RESEARCH CENTER IN HAWAI ‘ I , A MAJOR AIM OUR VISIONARIES PROJECTED WAS TO TRAIN STUDENTS AND CREATE AWARENESS OF CANCER AMONG THE MEDICAL COMMUNITY AND THE PUBLIC .
During the past 50 years , cancer education has been ongoing through the UH Cancer Center , with provision of substantial financial support , researcher and staff time , and resources for training and mentorship . These investments are focused on shaping researchers , both current and future , and healthcare professionals , while increasing cancer awareness in the community .
As the core of the cancer research education hub within Hawai ‘ i and the Pacific , the UH Cancer Center is committed to providing exceptional education and training . We continuously develop new strategies for student , professional and public education , resulting in innovative research discoveries , and solutions to better serve the people of Hawai ‘ i and the Pacific .
2017 |
UH Cancer Center ’ s 20By25 campaign kicked off with the goal to enroll 20 % of individuals diagnosed with cancer each year in Hawai ‘ i onto clinical trials by 2025 . |
2018 |
UH Cancer Center ’ s NCI-Designation renewed . |
2017 |
UH Cancer Center was one of top enrollment sites in the U . S . for NCI ’ s Molecular Analysis for Therapy Choice ( NCI-MATCH Trial ), a precision medicine cancer treatment trial . |
2018 |
Multiethnic Cohort ( MEC ) study celebrated its 25th year anniversary with a large gathering of study participants & participating scientists from around the world for festivities & poster session . |