American Association for Cancer Research® Annual Meeting
Public Education Events
Here at Â鶹¹ÙÍø, we’re battling cancer on all fronts. From the discoveries we’re making in the laboratory, to the applications of new technologies that will advance our understanding of this deadly disease."
Brian Rivers, Ph.D., MPH, Director of the Cancer Health Equity Institute at Morehouse School of Mediine and Chairperson for the Minorities in Cancer Research Council of the American Association for Cancer Research.
Join us as we host two community events leading up to the American Association for Cancer Research® (AACR) Annual Meeting.
The Impact of Global Health Research on Advancing Cancer Health Equity in the U.S.
Friday, March 29, 2019 | 3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Â鶹¹ÙÍø, 720 Westview Drive, SW, Atlanta, GA 30310
Faculty, students and community members are invited to engage in bidirectional conversations to increase awareness and understanding of how global efforts to eradicate the burden of cancer can contribute to the advancement of cancer health equity in the United States. This free event is in partnership with AACR/Minorities in Cancer Research and Morehouse School of Medicine for the .
Progress and Promise Against Cancer
Saturday, March 30, 2019 | 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Â鶹¹ÙÍø, 720 Westview Drive, SW, Atlanta, GA 30310
During this free public community forum, experts will discuss cancer research with a focus on cancer health disparities that can impact cancer prevention, early detection, diagnosis, treatment, and survivorship. Local patient advocates will also share their inspirational stories. The day will also include a cancer resource exhibit for individuals and families.
Register
Registration is free and open to the public for both students and adults.
Learn more about the Cancer Health Equity Institute at Â鶹¹ÙÍø.