Research Program

The Lance Armstrong Foundation is proud of its 10-year history of awarding grants to established and young investigators funding research in the areas of cancer survivorship and the basic and clinical science of testicular cancer.

We are excited to announce the recipients of the 2008 research grants. Read more about the grants that we funded through our 2008 RFP.

Additionally, in 2009, we will fund research in three important ways.

• Ongoing support of the LIVESTRONG Survivorship Center of Excellence Network
• Continued funding of the Germ Cell Tumor and Tissue Bank Resource at USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center
• Funding of research initiatives to further understand the biology of adolescent and young adult cancers as recommended by the Adolescent and Young Adult Oncology Progress Review Group

Later in 2009, the Journal of General Internal Medicine (JGIM) will release a special supplemental issue, sponsored by the LAF. The goal of this supplement is to raise awareness of, stimulate interest in and increase research into issues pertaining to cancer survivorship care in general internal medicine.

The LAF believes that research is a vital component of our mission and we aim to apply the Foundation's strengths to:

• improve the funding environment for cancer researchers
• foster the recognition research plays a critical role in cancer across the continuum, from basic science to survivorship
• engage the public and policymakers in our efforts to increase cancer research funding globally.

To ensure we are being most effective in our overall research strategy, in 2009 we will assess our previous funding strategy and determine new models for funding research in the future. Check back for more information in late 2009.