Dr. Melica Brodeur, of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, is a 2022 recipient of OCRA’s Mentored Investigator Grant. With her project, “Exploiting SMARCA4 Alterations for New Therapeutics in Ovarian Cancer,” Dr. Brodeur is investigating a genetic mutation, found in more than half of ovarian cancers, that is associated with relatively high presence of active immune … Continued
Dr. Amrita Salvi, of University of Illinois at Chicago, is a 2022 recipient of OCRA’s Mentored Investigator Grant. With her project, “Investigating the Mechanism of Action of PHY34 in HGSOC,” Dr. Salvi is exploring the potential of a synthetic molecule called PHY34, which has been shown to reduce ovarian tumor growth in mice models, for … Continued
Dr. Zelei Yang, of Dana Farber Cancer Institute, is a 2022 recipient of OCRA’s Mentored Investigator Grant. With her project, “Re-engaging the Anti-tumor Immune Response Against Ovarian Cancer,” Dr. Yang is investigating a potential new immune therapy for ovarian cancer, by focusing on BRD1 protein inhibitors that hold potential to trigger a person’s immune system … Continued
Dr. Gamze Bildik Elcik, postdoctoral fellow in the Department of Experimental Therapeutics at MD Anderson Cancer Center, is a 2022 recipient of OCRA’s Mentored Investigator Grant. With her project, “DIRAS3 Inhibits KRAS and Sensitizes LGSOC Cells to Anti-autophagic Therapy,” Dr. Bildik Elcik aims to address the issue of chemotherapy resistance in a large subset of … Continued
Dr. Erin Wesley, of University of Minnesota Twin Cities, is a 2022 recipient of OCRA’s Mentored Investigator Grant. With her project, “Impact of Cytomegalovirus and Inflammation on NK Cells in Ovarian Cancer,” Dr. Wesley is working to better understand why a group of patients who were previously infected with a particular virus and had low … Continued
Dear Friends, I hope this finds you well. Whether you’re celebrating with loved ones today or holding them in your thoughts, my wish for you is that you’re feeling comfort and joy. On this day of gratitude, I don’t have to look far to find reasons to be thankful. Every day, I’m struck by the … Continued
Personal stories have power. And simply by sharing your story on social media, you can raise important funds to support OCRA’s fight against ovarian cancer. All you have to do is post on social media on Tuesday, November 29th describing what a donation to OCRA means to you. It’s that simple! An angel donor will … Continued
All month long, visit any Newk’s Eatery restaurant across the country to support the fight against ovarian cancer. Newk’s Cares, the ovarian cancer awareness movement founded by fast-casual restaurant Newk’s Eatery, is committed to saving more lives while honoring the legacy of late co-founder, and former OCRA board member, Lori Newcomb (pictured, right). Newk’s Cares … Continued
As the largest charity in the world dedicated to defeating ovarian cancer, OCRA is on the cutting edge of scientific innovation. We’re here for patients and families as they face the everyday challenges that accompany a life-altering diagnosis, and we lead the charge in advocating for legislative policies that help the ovarian cancer community. Yet, … Continued
Spread the word. Make a difference. Ready to help this Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month? You can share critical information on risk and symptoms by downloading the graphics below (right-click and save to your computer), firing up your social media accounts, and sharing widely! If you haven’t taken our educational quiz — or you need a … Continued
For Amber Jean Young, the loss of her mother to ovarian cancer on January 1, 2019, caused a grief so acute that it completely altered an essential part of her identity: her art. An interdisciplinary artist who holds a Master of Fine Art from San Francisco Art Institute, Amber had been primarily working with textiles … Continued
Some may think video games are just for play, but these three streamers are committed to using their pastime to make a serious difference for the ovarian cancer community. Our #GameOVAR ambassadors Tamborine Panda, Isabella and Podgie are raising support for lifesaving research through August 14 during OCRA’s first-ever streaming event through Tiltify. Read on to learn … Continued
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