Fred Hutchinson granted $38.7M to serve as national coordinating center for Asian American, Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander health studies

Since 1991, the Women’s Health Initiative has saved lives, cut costs, and fostered team science

When the Women’s Health Initiative was announced in 1991, it was set to be the largest women’s health study ever conducted. The WHI scope is massive: the initiative has recruited more than 161,000 women and engaged more than 5,000 scientists from the U.S. and beyond.

July 03, 2025

Vol.51 No.26

In Brief

Ric Anderson, Eduardo Peñalver named to Fred Hutch board of directors, Jim Lico becomes member

Ric AndersonEduardo PeñalverJim LicoRic Anderson was elected chair of the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center’s board of directors, and Eduardo Peñalver was named vice chair, effective July 1.

June 27, 2025

Vol.51 No.25

In Brief

Fred Hutch announces eight recipients of 2025 Dr. Eddie Méndez Scholar Award

2025 Dr. Eddie Méndez Scholar Award Recipients, top row left to right: Caitlin Cornell, PhD, Elizabeth Kaweesa, PhD, Leandro Fernández-García, PhD, Almudena Chaves Pérez, PhD. Bottom row left to right: Luis Cedeño-Rosario, PhD, Nicole Halmai, PhD, Megan E. Meuser, PhD, Sarah Elisabeth Pierce, PhD. Fred Hutch Cancer Center has announced eight recipients of the 2025 Dr. Eddie Méndez Scholar Award.

June 20, 2025

Vol.51 No.24

Clinical Trials & Tribulations

Bridging the gaps in cancer care for Hispanics: Striving for equity and fairness in scientific advancements

Our Hispanic community is a vibrant and essential part of the American tapestry, contributing richly to the country’s society, culture, and economy. Yet, when it comes to healthcare, this community grapples with significant disparities, especially in cancer care.

Clairity becomes the first FDA-authorized AI platform for breast cancer prediction

Clairity Inc. received FDA De Novo authorization for CLAIRITY BREAST, a novel, image-based prognostic platform designed to predict five-year breast cancer risk from a routine screening mammogram. With this authorization, Clairity is planning to launch among leading health systems through 2025—propelling a new era of precision medicine in breast cancer.

June 06, 2025

Vol.51 No.22

In Brief

Fred Hutch opens science learning lab for students

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center is opening a new science education lab on its South Lake Union campus, supported by Alexandria Real Estate Equities Inc.

May 30, 2025

Vol.51 No.21

Fred Hutchinson granted $38.7M to serve as national coordinating center for Asian American, Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander health studies

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