Bold Ideas. Brilliant Innovations.

The Cancer Center at Illinois unites world-class faculty who uncover fundamental knowledge, innovate new technologies, and enable cancer-free lives. Our interdisciplinary expertise in science and engineering, exceptional facilities, and novel educational experiences are changing the way we take on cancer.

Two Research Programs. Three Themes.

Cancer Center at Illinois scientists span the sciences, bringing together expertise in imaging, artificial intelligence, data science, biology, chemistry, and physiology.

Experiential Learning. Exceptional Students.

The Cancer Center at Illinois provides training and mentoring opportunities spanning from high school to early-stage professional careers.

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Harnessing the power of engineering and basic sciences to transform cancer research, detection, and treatment.

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Training future leaders in cancer research and inspiring collaboration and clinical partnerships.

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The Latest News

Clinical Trial Aims to Help Canines with Osteosarcoma

Clinical Trial Aims to Help Canines with Osteosarcoma

Veterinary comparative oncology researchers at the University of Illinois Veterinary Teaching Hospital, including members of the Cancer Center at Illinois (CCIL), are making progress on their investigation into a new immunotherapy option for canines with osteosarcoma....

Undergraduate Researchers Share Summer Projects

Undergraduate Researchers Share Summer Projects

Undergraduate student researcher Katerina Baxter, along with several other Illinois undergrads, presented the results of their summer research projects at the Beckman Institute.A dozen Illinois students, including several affiliated with the Cancer Center at Illinois...

Discover how Cancer Center at Illinois scientists are transforming cancer research.

 

 

Imaging.

Drug Discovery.

Tech Innovation.

Learn more about how the Cancer Center at Illinois brings scientists and physicians together to accelerate cancer care solutions. 

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