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Becoming a VCU Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center research member

Nearly 150 research members are conducting cutting-edge research across basic, clinical, and population sciences at Massey, representing a wide range of scientific expertise. These research members work collaboratively with more than 50 VCU Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center clinicians to ensure the latest discoveries are translated into future cancer care approaches.

As a National Cancer Institute (NCI)-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, research membership must meet rigorous scholarship expectations and demonstrate scientific excellence. A candidate for research membership should be aligned with one of Massey’s three NCI-approved research programs – Cancer Biology, Developmental Therapeutics and Cancer Prevention and Control.

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Massey named among Top Virginia Employers for Interns

Apr 4, 2025

VCU Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center was recognized as one of 215 recipients of the 2025 Top Virginia Employers for Interns Awards, the Virginia Talent + Opportunity Partnership (V-TOP) recently announced. The annual awards celebrate Virginia employers who provide high-quality internships to stude...

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Bernard Fuemmeler, Ph.D., honored with Senior Investigator Award from Society of Behavioral Medicine

Mar 31, 2025

Bernard Fuemmeler, Ph.D., received the Senior Investigator Award from the Cancer Special Interest Group at the Society of Behavioral Medicine (SBM) 46th Annual Meeting and Scientific Sessions held March 26-29 in San Francisco....