“Scientists came to share, collaborate, and change the future of ovarian cancer research.” World-class researchers and rising stars in ovarian cancer research came together this past weekend for the Rivkin Center’s 15th Biennial Ovarian Cancer Research Symposium in the Seattle area. The goal: advance knowledge and shape the future of treatment and prevention – and get […]
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September marks ovarian cancer awareness month, a time to spotlight a disease that affects thousands of women each year. This month is an opportunity to educate the public about ovarian cancer, support those affected, and push for critical research funding. Although informally recognized for decades, the Biden administration officially declared September as Ovarian Cancer Awareness […]
Read MoreFunds to support innovation and answers in WA state research institutions Sept. 21, 2023 For Immediate Release Molly O’Connor, CEO(206) 490-0878; molly.oconnor@rivkin.org SEATTLE – Washington state ovarian cancer researchers will have an extra $1M in grant funding over the next two years thanks to a pioneering public-private partnership between the Rivkin Center for Ovarian Cancer […]
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To say that a cure for ovarian cancer, or any cancer for that matter, is the “holy grail” of cancer research is like saying the sky is blue. We all know a cure is the goal. If a cure is the goal, then improved detection, new prevention methods, and new treatments are the low-hanging fruit. […]
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The serious Covid-19 pandemic has raised our concern about personal safety and health. Early on, we got solid advice about physical distancing, hand washing, and wearing masks. Then the vaccine arrived. Wisely, many have been vaccinated, even boosted. Great! Still, we’ve been cautioned about other activities from gathering with small groups and dining in public […]
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