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We have created a collaborative powerhouse as adaptive and multiform as cancer itself––audacious, evolving and unconventional. Is the risk higher? Yes.
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We have created a collaborative powerhouse as adaptive and multiform as cancer itself––audacious, evolving, unconventional––at the center of a world-renowned university and medical center. This is how we’re changing the rules on cancer. Critical Mass of Talent
At Duke we know something about building great teams. Rising stars and renowned leaders alike come here to join DCI’s global front-runners in science, medicine and technology. We recruit and encourage these tenacious investigators and physicians with an ethos of original thinking and collaboration to accelerate and expand their pioneering work. Game-Changing Research
We take the road less traveled to find breakthrough discoveries. Inspired by the bravery of our patients, we have become unafraid to pursue even outrageous possibilities. And sometimes we fall short. But when we succeed, we give the world the kind of breakthroughs that don’t always occur in other laboratories. Synchronous Collaborations
We are moving further, faster and with greater purpose. We draw from Duke’s entire pool of world-class talent and resources to create non-linear exchanges of knowledge and innovation. By doing so, we exponentially increase the probability of advances to transform cancer prevention, treatments and survivorship. Integrated Patient Care
A ground-breaking model for patient care is being fostered here. We organized our flagship cancer center to assemble each patient’s entire clinical team and treatment resources in a single state-of-the-art facility. With a total integration of clinical research, treatment and support services to deliver cancer care as it should be. Support our Work! http://bit.ly/1OmtPna

To learn more about cancer care at Duke, visit https://www.dukemedicine.org/treatments/cancer.

02/27/2026

As National Cancer Prevention Month highlights ways to reduce risk, DCI researchers seek to answer the question: if so many cancers are preventable, what exactly does prevention look like?

02/26/2026

Join DCI for Bench to Beat Cancer, a fundraiser to help alleviate some of the financial burdens associated with a cancer diagnosis. Duke student-athletes, coaches, and affiliated staff will find sponsors to pledge donations based on the number of bench press reps performed within one minute.

📆 Sunday, March 29 | 9-11 a.m.

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02/25/2026

A clinical trial led by DCI members is testing a powerful new immunotherapy that unleashes the body’s own defenses to fight advanced colorectal cancer.

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"There are major breakthroughs now that we have been able to harness the immune system in different ways to treat cancer."

02/23/2026

The new Faces of Research series captures the stories of Duke patients who have battled complex health challenges, including cancer, with the help of cutting-edge research.

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Faces of Research Sometimes when you're sick, all you need is rest to feel better. But other times, the issue is more complicated. Those are the moments that healthcare backed by cutting-edge research comes to the rescue. The Faces of Research series captures the stories of Duke Health patients who....

02/20/2026

DCI's Michael Pignone, MD, spoke with Yahoo about how the death of actor James Van Der Beek highlights the concerning rise of colorectal cancer cases in people under 50.

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There's a sharp rise in cases among adults under 50 in the U.S.

02/18/2026

02/17/2026

The American College of Radiology recommends getting a screening mammogram every year starting at age 40 to catch and treat breast cancer early. Experts at Duke Health explain why regular screening mammograms are so important.

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Without a doubt, regular screening mammograms -- especially when combined with self-breast exams -- save lives. Here, Eun Langman, MD, a breast radiologist at Duke Health, explains how.

02/13/2026

The annual She Dunks on Cancer Educational Symposium took place on Feb. 8, featuring research presentations that reflected a rich collaboration of clinicians, fellows, and medical students from leading institutions. Thanks to everyone who came out and made this event successful!

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02/12/2026

Today’s the day: Thank‑a‑thon is here!

At Duke, we’re Made for This — Because of You. Your generosity fuels innovation, education, and care across our health system, powering discoveries that save lives and shaping the next generation of medical leaders.

All day long, our students and volunteers are picking up the phones to share their appreciation and celebrate the impact you make possible. Every breakthrough begins with your support, and today, we simply want to say thank you.

🔗 Explore more stories of how your giving transforms Duke Health:
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02/09/2026

Stories like Brad and Catherine Branch's remind us how generosity shapes the future of the DCI and Duke Health.

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Creating a legacy that fuels lifesaving care: Brad and Catherine Branch have established the Catherine S. and J. Bradford Branch Fund, an estate gift supporting both Duke Heart and the Duke Cancer Institute.

For Brad, giving to Duke amplifies impact: “My commitment, combined with that of many others, put to work at an organization with so many smart people making miracles happen every day, has an exponential effect. In mathematical terms, it's a gift raised to the power of Duke."

For Cathy, the gift honors the legacy of her father, Dr. William Shingleton, the first director of Duke’s Comprehensive Cancer Center and a pioneer in oncology.

Their unrestricted endowment ensures Duke leaders can drive innovation, advance research, and strengthen patient care where it’s needed most.

Stories like this remind us how generosity shapes the future of Duke Health. On February 12, during our annual Thank‑a‑thon, we’ll be calling donors to say thank you for all they make possible.

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01/29/2026

Researchers found an antibody that seems to play a role in people with better lung cancer prognoses. DCI's Barton Haynes spoke to The New York Times about how these findings could be turned into a drug.

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Researchers found an antibody that seems to play a role in people with better lung cancer prognoses, but turning it into a treatment could be difficult.

01/27/2026

The CRUSH Colorectal Cancer 5K raises community awareness and funds for colorectal cancer research at the Duke Cancer Institute. Registration is now open for this year's event.

📆 Saturday, March 14 | 10 a.m.-noon

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