Dana-Farber Cancer Institute

We are delighted to share that the Sidney Farber Medical Research Award, Dana-Farber’s most prestigious accolade, has been presented to longtime Dana-Farber Trustee Richard K. Lubin and Nancy Lubin in recognition of their remarkable service and unparalleled dedication to advancing our mission. For over three decades, their leadership and contributions have shaped cancer research and patient care, making an indelible impact on the Institute and the global medical community. As we reflect on the Lubin family’s extraordinary legacy, including the establishment of the Lubin Family Foundation Scholar Award and the Richard and Nancy Lubin Family Chair at Dana-Farber, we are deeply grateful for their unwavering dedication and generosity. Thanks to their partnership, Dana-Farber continues to push the boundaries of what is possible in the study and treatment of cancer. Richard and Nancy’s contributions have been instrumental in driving Dana-Farber’s mission forward, inspiring hope for a future without the burden of this disease. It is an honor to recognize them with this prestigious award.

Narjust Florez M.D., MD, a thoracic oncologist at Dana-Farber and associate director of Dana-Farber’s Cancer Care Equity Program, is addressing rising rates of lung cancer in young Asian and Latina women, many of whom have no history of tobacco use. Florez is leading a clinical trial to test an innovative blood screening method designed specifically for these high-risk groups to support earlier detection. Learn more about this groundbreaking research. https://bit.ly/4etZxzc #lungcancerawareness #cancerresearch #healthequity #lcam

Clarivate has recognized more than 40 Dana-Farber faculty members as Highly Cited Researchers 2024 for the significant and broad influence they have demonstrated in their field(s) of research, according to data from the Web of Science and qualitative analysis by experts at the Institute for Scientific Information (ISI). Congratulations! #HighlyCited2024 Clarivate for Academia & Government

Why is prostate cancer more prevalent in men of African descent? A recent study uncovers the genetic factors at play, showing how diverse genetic landscapes can impact cancer risk. Discover how these findings are shaping cancer research. #prostatecancerawareness #cancerprevention #geneticresearch

Thank you to Massachusetts Governor, Maura Healey, for signing into law a bill that makes breast cancer screenings more equitable. Dana-Farber is proud to support the legislation which provides greater access to follow-up breast screenings & requires insurers to cover additional screening for patients with abnormal mammograms or dense breast tissue.

Six years after her ovarian cancer diagnosis, Ina Kornetsky, 91 — a retired teacher, poet, and avid reader — received an innovative new treatment with the support of her Dana-Farber care team, allowing her to embrace a beautiful new chapter: becoming a great-grandmother. https://bit.ly/4fwmFOC

You committed. You pedaled. You fundraised. You brought Dana-Farber closer by the mile. In 2024, the PMC raised $75 million, bringing their lifetime contribution to Dana-Farber Cancer Institute to an extraordinary $1.047 billion since 1980. We are so thankful for the Pan-Mass Challenge and the dedication shown by every rider, donor, volunteer, and sponsor to defy cancer. PMC is proudly presented by Red Sox Foundation and M&T Bank. #PMC2025 #OneinABillion

Every provider at Dana-Farber has a story shaped by mentors who shared their wisdom and guidance. In honor of National Nurse Practitioner Week (Nov. 10-16), we’re spotlighting Lindsay Margolis, NP, (left) in Head and Neck Oncology. ???? Lindsay’s journey to a clinical career began unexpectedly. With a master’s in nutrition, she initially aimed for nutrition communications. But during an internship rotation at Dana-Farber, Margolis discovered her passion for oncology. Her path was guided by incredible mentors, like Abigail Ciampa, NP, and Jason Glass, NP, who inspired and supported her every step of the way. Today, Margolis brings a unique perspective, blending her dietetic background with a compassionate approach to patient care. “I’ve ended up where I’m meant to be,” she shares. ?? Mentorship is at the heart of what we do, and seasoned providers like Lisa Doherty, NP, continue to guide Margolis in her role. This National Nurse Practitioner Week, we’re celebrating our entire NP team, and the mentors who help shape their journeys. ??

We're thrilled to share that Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and Dana-Farber/Boston Children's Hospital have been honored in Becker's Healthcare’s “Hospitals and Health Systems With Great Oncology Programs” list for 2024! Learn more: https://bit.ly/3URMnVN

Congratulations to Zachary Hunter, PhD, recipient of the Jan Gosta Waldenstrom Lifetime Achievement Award for his many research contributions to the field of Waldenstrom’s Macroglobuliemia. Pictured at this year’s International Workshop in Waldenstrom’s Macroglobulinemia with Dana-Farber colleague, Ken Anderson, MD and eva kimby, a colleague from Sweden’s Karolinska Institute.