CIHR Institute of Cancer Research

The CIHR Institute of Cancer Research is part of Canada's main health research organization, the Canadian Institutes of Health Research. It focuses on advancing knowledge about cancer—how it develops, how to diagnose it early, and how to improve treatments. The institute supports scientific studies, funding, and collaboration among researchers to reduce the burden of cancer on individuals and society. Its goal is to foster innovation in cancer research and translate discoveries into better prevention, detection, and care for patients.