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Rathmell: To improve funding outlook, we must reverse distrust in science

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With NCI funding expected to remain flat through fiscal year 2025, health professionals and leaders in oncology should use this time to amp up institutional efforts to collaborate and rebuild trust in science, NCI Director Kimryn Rathmell said.

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Matthew Bin Han Ong
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