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Cool Hand Frank Names OCRA Featured Cause for March

Cool Hand Frank Names OCRA Featured Cause for March

Cool Hand Frank, a digital publication that spotlights nonprofits making a difference, has named Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance (OCRA) its featured cause for March 2026, spotlighting OCRA’s work in advancing ovarian and gynecologic cancer research and supporting patients and their loved ones. The publication cited a deeply personal connection to the cause, with the author … Continued

New AI Accelerator Grant Captures Health and Science Media Attention

New AI Accelerator Grant Captures Health and Science Media Attention

OCRA is excited to see the work fueled by our new AI Accelerator Grant resonating with a broad array of audiences. Since the Global Ovarian Cancer Research Consortium announced the inaugural AI Accelerator Grant on February 19, coverage has appeared across health, science, and business media outlets. The $1 million global research award—with an additional … Continued

The Overview: February 2026

The Overview: February 2026

The Global Ovarian Cancer Research Consortium and its inaugural AI Accelerator Grant have been making waves across health, science, and business media, reflecting widespread interest in what this work could mean for patients. The $1 million global research grant, plus an additional $1 million in compute support from Microsoft’s AI for Good Lab, will fund … Continued

Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance Honors Researchers with 2025 Rosalind Franklin and Schreiber Prizes

Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance Honors Researchers with 2025 Rosalind Franklin and Schreiber Prizes

Recognizing Advances in Ovarian Cancer Research and Immunotherapy Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance (OCRA) announced today the winners of two prizes recognizing exceptional accomplishments in ovarian cancer research.  David Huntsman, MD, FRCPC, FCCMG, was awarded the 2025 Rosalind Franklin Prize for Excellence in Ovarian Cancer Research for his findings that have profoundly impacted the treatment of … Continued

(Upcoming Webinar) Ask the Experts: Gynecologic Clear Cell Carcinoma

(Upcoming Webinar) Ask the Experts: Gynecologic Clear Cell Carcinoma

Live webinar on March 25 will explore gynecologic clear cell carcinoma research, treatment, and survivorship Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance (OCRA) invites you to join our upcoming Ask the Experts webinar focused on gynecologic clear cell carcinoma, a rare subtype of gynecologic cancer. This live, interactive session will feature gynecologic oncologist Aaron Praiss, MD, who will discuss current research, treatment … Continued

OCRA Sponsors NCCN Guidelines for Cervical, Ovarian, and Uterine Cancer Patients

OCRA Sponsors NCCN Guidelines for Cervical, Ovarian, and Uterine Cancer Patients

This article was updated in February 2026 to reflect NCCN’s release of the 2026 Guidelines for Cervical Cancer Patients. OCRA is a proud sponsor of the 2026 Patient Guidelines for Cervical Cancer, and the 2025 Patient Guidelines for Ovarian, and Uterine Cancer. We believe ensuring access to clear, understandable information is critical. NCCN provides wonderful … Continued

Global Ovarian Cancer Research Consortium Awards Inaugural AI Accelerator Grant with Microsoft’s AI for Good Lab

Global Ovarian Cancer Research Consortium Awards Inaugural AI Accelerator Grant with Microsoft’s AI for Good Lab

$1 million global research award, plus an additional $1 million in compute support, advances AI-driven efforts to personalize ovarian cancer care The Global Ovarian Cancer Research Consortium today awarded its inaugural AI Accelerator Grant to an international team of researchers to examine whether artificial intelligence (AI) can improve how survival and treatment response are predicted … Continued

The Overview: January 2026

The Overview: January 2026

Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance (OCRA) has announced a collaboration with OPERATION WIPE OUT, an initiative that has demonstrated meaningful success reducing cervical cancer risk in Alabama through prevention-focused education and access to care. Drawing on this proven public-health framework, OCRA will adapt and expand the model nationwide—bringing practical, evidence-based cervical cancer prevention strategies to communities … Continued

New Support Sessions for the Gynecologic Cancer Community

New Support Sessions for the Gynecologic Cancer Community

Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance (OCRA) has expanded its free, online support offerings with several new weekly sessions for individuals diagnosed with gynecologic cancers, as well as caregivers and family members. These include cervical, vaginal, and vulvar cancer support, caregiver grief support, Spanish-language sessions, and creative wellness programs. OCRA’s support sessions are facilitated by oncology social work professionals. … Continued

OCRA Announces Collaboration with OPERATION WIPE OUT

OCRA Announces Collaboration with OPERATION WIPE OUT

NEW YORK, NY — [February 5, 2026] — Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance (OCRA) has announced a collaboration with OPERATION WIPE OUT, an initiative that has demonstrated meaningful success reducing cervical cancer risk in Alabama through prevention-focused education and access to care. Drawing on this proven public-health framework, OCRA will adapt and expand the model nationwide—bringing practical, evidence-based … Continued

OCRA-Funded Study Provides Clear New Evidence That Opportunistic Salpingectomy Drastically Reduces Risk of Ovarian Cancer

OCRA-Funded Study Provides Clear New Evidence That Opportunistic Salpingectomy Drastically Reduces Risk of Ovarian Cancer

A new study published February 2 in JAMA Network Open provides the clearest evidence to date that opportunistic salpingectomy—the removal of the fallopian tubes during another gynecologic surgery—can dramatically reduce the risk of ovarian cancer. Led by a B.C.-based international collaboration known as the Ovarian Cancer Observatory, the study found that people who underwent opportunistic … Continued

(Webinar) – Ask the Experts: Gynecologic Sarcoma

(Webinar) – Ask the Experts: Gynecologic Sarcoma

Watch Now: Ask the Experts Webinar on Gynecologic Sarcoma On January 28, 2026, Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance (OCRA) hosted a live Ask the Experts: Gynecologic Sarcoma webinar with Matthew Hemming, MD, PhD. Moderated by Liza Lundgren, LCSW, OCRA’s Director of Education, this free session featured a live discussion and audience Q&A focused on gynecologic sarcoma research, … Continued

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