National Cancer Institute

The federal government's principal agency for cancer research and training, operating as one of the twenty-seven institutes and centres of the United States National Institutes of Health and leading the national effort to reduce the burden of cancer through research, innovation, and collaboration. With a multi-billion-dollar annual budget, the institute funds and conducts a comprehensive programme of basic, translational, clinical, and population-based research aimed at understanding cancer biology, developing new treatments, improving early detection and prevention strategies, and addressing cancer health disparities. The official website provides authoritative cancer information for patients, caregivers, healthcare professionals, and researchers, covering topics from cancer types, causes, prevention, screening, diagnosis, treatment, and survivorship. The PDQ cancer information summaries offer peer-reviewed, evidence-based information summaries for both patient and health professional audiences, covering treatment, screening, prevention, genetics, and complementary and alternative medicine. Clinical trials information helps patients and physicians find and understand relevant research studies. Statistics and research reports provide data on cancer incidence, mortality, survival, and trends at national, state, and county levels. Research funding opportunities, training programmes, and career development awards support the cancer research workforce. The institute coordinates the National Cancer Programme, collaborating with academic medical centres, community oncology practices, industry partners, and international research organisations. The platform is suitable for cancer patients, oncologists, researchers, public health professionals, and advocates.