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Sanford-Burnham researcher awarded American Federation for Aging Research award

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December 23, 2014

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Malene Hansen, PhD, associate professor in our Development, Aging, and Regeneration Program has been awarded the Julie Martin Mid-Career Award in Aging Research. The award includes a new grant to continue her research in the field of aging. Hansen is a three-time American Federation for Aging Research (AFAR) grant recipient. AFAR’s grants are given to scientists at institutions nationwide based on hard work, ingenuity, and leadership that advance cutting-edge research to help us live healthier, longer lives. Continue reading “Sanford-Burnham researcher awarded American Federation for Aging Research award”

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National Academy of Inventors names two Sanford-Burnham researchers as Charter Fellows

Authorsgammon
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December 16, 2014

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Two Sanford-Burnham professors have been named Charter Fellows of the National Academy of Inventors (NAI): Erkki Ruoslahti, MD, PhD, distinguished professor and former president of Sanford-Burnham, and Kristiina Vuori, MD, Ph.D., current president of the Institute. Ruoslahti and Vuori are now part of a group of 414 NAI Fellows from more than 150 prestigious research universities, government, and nonprofit research institutions. Continue reading “National Academy of Inventors names two Sanford-Burnham researchers as Charter Fellows”

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Karen and Stuart Tanz give $1 million to Sanford-Burnham and the University of Toronto

Authorrbruni
Date

November 3, 2014

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A $1-million gift will establish an international collaboration between Sanford-Burnham and the Tanz Centre for Research in Neurodegenerative Diseases at the University of Toronto to accelerate the development of new therapeutics to treat neurodegenerative diseases. Continue reading “Karen and Stuart Tanz give $1 million to Sanford-Burnham and the University of Toronto”

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Sanford-Burnham welcomes two new scientists to Lake Nona

Authorpbartosch
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October 29, 2014

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We’re excited to announce that we have recruited two cardiometabolic experts to our Medical City campus in Lake Nona (Orlando), Fla. Peter A. Crawford, MD, PhD, and Andre d’Avignon, PhD, join our Cardiovascular Pathobiology Program from Washington University in St. Louis, Mo. The increasing density of local scientists and clinicians in Orlando is accelerating the growth of the region’s bio-medical industry, promoting both economic development and the quality of health care. Continue reading “Sanford-Burnham welcomes two new scientists to Lake Nona”

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Pedal the Cause San Diego gears up for its second annual ride

Authorrbruni
Date

September 19, 2014

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Team Sanford-Burnham is gearing up for the big Pedal the Cause San Diego ride this Saturday and Sunday (Sept. 20 and 21). Pedal the Cause, the only multi-day cycling fundraiser to support cancer research in San Diego, provides critical funding to the community’s National Cancer Institute-designated cancer centers. As home to three NCI-designated cancer centers, San Diego has long been a powerhouse for cancer research, prevention, and treatment. Continue reading “Pedal the Cause San Diego gears up for its second annual ride”

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Sanford-Burnham welcomes five new Trustees

Authorrbruni
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September 18, 2014

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We’re excited to announce the election of five new members to our Board of Trustees. The Board will grow to 21 members with the addition of the new trustees.

“I am extremely pleased to welcome these distinguished industry leaders to the Sanford-Burnham Board at this pivotal time,” said Gregory Lucier, chairman of our Board. “I am confident that their collective knowledge and business expertise will benefit the Institute as we implement our strategic vision to accelerate the translation of basic research discoveries into innovative therapeutics that improve human health.” Continue reading “Sanford-Burnham welcomes five new Trustees”