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Doug Lowy: NCI to fund MCED research, early-stage investigator diversity in Moonshot 2.0

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In the next phase of the Cancer Moonshot, NCI will focus on investing in the development and testing of new modalities, including multi-cancer early detection assays, and fostering diversity in oncology, NCI Acting Director Douglas R. Lowy said at a joint meeting of the Board Of Scientific Advisors and the National Cancer Advisory Board.

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