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.
Explore our programsOne 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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Find a clinical trial
Search clinical trials available to Massey patients
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Clinical trials network (NCORP)
Explore Massey’s clinical trials network and NCORP affiliate sites
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Clinical Trials Office
Learn more about support for investigators conducting clinical research
Team Science
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VA-ACCERT Center for Cancer Control
Through a series of research projects, VA-ACCERT is working to improve health outcomes for individuals living in income-based housing communities.
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Virginia Cancer Screening Research Network
Through an extensive network of academic health systems, medical schools and primary care practices, the Virginia CSRN serves the Commonwealth and surrounding region.
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.
Related news
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VCU Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center researchers showcase new mechanism to target glucosylceramide synthase in cancer therapy
Nov 9, 2026
Researchers from VCU Massey recently exhibited that the inhibition of glucosylceramide synthase can cause death in cancer. This research was demonstrates a previously unknown role for glucosylceramide synthase in the maintenance of lysosomal function. ...
Research & Innovation, Clinical Care
Massey becomes first academic cancer center in Virginia to offer hepatic artery infusion pump therapy
Nov 5, 2026
VCU Massey is the first academic health institution in Virginia to offer hepatic artery infusion pump therapy, an innovative treatment option that delivers chemotherapy directly to tumors in the liver. This therapy is offered to patients whose tumors originated in the colon, rectum or bile duct. ...
