Te UH Cancer Center was established by the University of Hawai ‘ i , Mānoa in 1981 and achieved NCI-designation and funding in 1996 , an honor it has held continuously since that time . NCI-Designated Cancer Centers must go through rigorous and competitive renewal of their status every three to fve years .

Te designation has helped Cancer Center researchers make seminal advances into the understanding of the molecular basis for cancer , the identifcation of disparities in cancer incidence and mortality within our diverse population , engagement of the community in cancer prevention initiatives and coordination of clinical trials for cancer patients through the UH Cancer Center clinical trials network that includes the Hawai ‘ i Cancer Consortium .

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I am extremely pleased that the National Cancer Institute has recognized the unique contributions of the University of Hawai ‘ i Cancer Center , and rewarded the eforts of the incredible faculty by continuing the NCI designation . For Hawai ‘ i , this means that our family and friends have access to cutting-edge cancer treatments and the highest quality of cancer care .”

– RANDALL HOLCOMBE DIRECTOR , UH CANCER CENTER

Te designation helps Cancer Center members bring in around $ 40 million per year in grants from the National Institutes of Health and other agencies to support research activities . Tis funding provides nearly $ 90 million in economic impact for the Island of O ‘ ahu every year .

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