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UF Health Cancer Center

The Islam Family’s gift to pediatric cancer research

For over 30 years, Jim Islam and Marilyn Nye-Islam have dedicated themselves to supporting cancer research in the community and at the University of Florida. Their latest philanthropic effort, the Jim and Marilyn Islam Fund for Pediatric Cancer Research, reflects their commitment to advancing pediatric cancer research.

Strength and resilience at 2024 Cancer Chomp

For Rachael Maccio, attending this year’s Cancer Chomp marked a personal milestone in her recovery journey. Two years into remission from a cancerous brain tumor, this was her first time attending Cancer Chomp in person, and the experience was both emotional and empowering.

Cancer counteroffensive

Research from UF urologists shrinks cancerous tumors in mice, prevents their return. The next target: people

Fighting pediatric cancer focus of V Foundation-UF Health collaboration

In pursuit of its ongoing mission to achieve Victory Over Cancer®, the V Foundation for Cancer Research announced its renewed support and a new $250,000 grant for the University of Florida’s efforts to combat brain cancer in children. Combined with private support, a total of $600,000 in new funding will bolster critical research programs.

You showed up on Giving Day, Gators!

Allie Cohen, Jeannine Lederman, Sami Haydu , PHHP Dean’s ambassadors and bachelor’s students. During the University of Florida’s fourth annual Giving Day, Gator Nation’s pride and passion were on full display. Gators of all kinds – alumni, students, faculty, staff, friends and families – helped us surpass our goal of…

Grateful giving enables vital treatment and research

Although Tom passed away from pancreatic cancer in 2016, many will continue to understand his legacy through the Cocking Pancreatic Cancer Research Fund, founded by his wife, Kathy Cocking, to help advance research and treatment of the disease at UF Health in his memory.

Climb for Cancer continues their campaign of giving

A longtime supporter of the UF Health Cancer Center, the Climb for Cancer Foundation began when co-founder and mountain climber, Ron Farb, decided to combine his thirst for adventure with his desire to see an end to cancer in his lifetime.