Leading the nation’s cancer advancements through research

Massey's nationally recognized research programs comprises nearly 150 research members discovering and developing a future without cancer.

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One of the Nation’s leading cancer research centers

VCU Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center is proud to be your local National Cancer institute (NCI)-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center. As one of just two centers in Virginia with this distinction, Massey is at the forefront of the nation’s cancer research efforts. Massey has been designated by the NCI since 1975 and received comprehensive status in 2023.

Learn more about Massey's quest for comprehensive designation

Preeminent research programs

Massey research members conduct cutting-edge research and lead collaborative initiatives through one of three scientific research programs.

Cancer Biology

Unraveling the causes of the growth and spread of cancer and identifying key interactions between tumors and their microenvironment

Developmental Therapeutics

Discovering, developing and evaluating novel, small molecules and biologics through clinical trials

Cancer Prevention & Control

Advancing cancer risk identification and mitigation as well as improved approaches to survivorship

Clinical trials

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Clinical trials network (MU-NCORP)

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Clinical Trials Office

Learn more about support for investigators conducting clinical research

Team Science

NCI Planning SPORE in Lung Cancer Disparities

See how Massey is working to reduce lung cancer disparities through a multi-regional consortium.
NCI P20 VSU-Massey Partnership

Learn more about the P20-funded partnership helping to promote cancer research capacity at Virginia State University and increase disparities research.

Research events

Massey sponsors a range of research events for trainees and researchers.

Intramural funding

Explore intramural funding opportunities for novel cancer-related research concepts.

Shared resources

Shared resources support the extensive cancer research portfolio of Massey scientists.

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Research, Center News & Funding

October - December 2024: Published research at Massey

Jan 13, 2025

As one of just two NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Centers in Virginia, VCU Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center is at the forefront of the nation’s cancer research efforts. Researchers at Massey conduct laboratory-based basic, population, and clinical and translational-focused research to advance...

Research, Clinical, Community Engagement & Health Equity, Center News & Funding

‘Because students’: Remembering Dani Noreika

Dec 17, 2024

Well into her clinical career as a palliative care physician, Danielle Noreika, M.D., decided to build her research and leadership skills and expand her passion for equitable patient care. To achieve her goals, she joined the master of science in health administration program at Virginia Commonwealt...