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Huntsman Cancer Institute at the (the U) received the Vineyard Cares Business of the Year Award. This award, given by as part of the , honors businesses that have made significant contributions to the community.
鈥淩eceiving this award is a tremendous honor for Huntsman Cancer Institute,鈥 says , CEO of Huntsman Cancer Institute. 鈥淚t underscores the incredible welcome we have received from the community as we work to expand access to world-class cancer research and care, bringing hope closer to home for our patients. I am grateful for the tireless dedication of our team and the unwavering support of so many in the community as we strive to eradicate cancer.鈥
Vineyard officials say they chose to honor Huntsman Cancer Institute due to a strong partnership developed with the city as the organizations have worked together to bring life-saving cancer screening, research, and care closer to patients throughout Utah and surrounding states through the Huntsman Cancer Institute Vineyard Campus.
鈥淭his award celebrates Huntsman Cancer Institute鈥檚 unwavering dedication to excellence in healthcare, reflecting a spirit of compassion, innovation, and community service,鈥 says , mayor of Vineyard.
鈥淚 am grateful for the tireless dedication of our team and the unwavering support of so many in the community as we strive to eradicate cancer.鈥
Mary Beckerle, PhD
The plan to establish a Huntsman Cancer Institute campus in Vineyard was announced in June 2023 thanks to a catalyzing lead-matching gift of $75 million from the Huntsman Foundation. Since that time, other major donations have been secured. Earlier this year, the Utah Legislature approved a $75 million allocation to support the cancer research components of the project, a transformative, enabling gift to move the project forward. In addition, a donation of land in a development called Utah City where the campus will be built was provided by the Flagship Companies and Woodbury Corporation.
In addition to the generous support provided by these groups, Huntsman Cancer Institute has worked to enhance academic collaborations with institutions, including Utah Valley 人妻中出视频 and Brigham Young 人妻中出视频, as it works to build substantial new student training opportunities in cancer research and care at the Vineyard campus.
When presenting the award to Huntsman Cancer Institute, officials also honored Beckerle.
鈥淲hen Huntsman Cancer Institute embarked on its expansion project in Vineyard, Mary emerged as a pivotal figure, providing indispensable support to the city鈥檚 endeavors. Her strategic efforts were instrumental in securing vital resources for the project鈥檚 success,鈥 says , Vineyard planner and business advocate.
Huntsman Cancer Institute plans to break ground on the campus in the coming months.
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About Huntsman Cancer Institute at the 人妻中出视频 of Utah
Huntsman Cancer Institute at the is the National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center for Utah, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, and Wyoming. With a legacy of innovative cancer research, groundbreaking discoveries, and world-class patient care, we are transforming the way cancer is understood, prevented, diagnosed, treated, and survived. Huntsman Cancer Institute focuses on delivering the most advanced cancer healing and prevention through scientific breakthroughs and cutting-edge technology to advance cancer treatments of the future beyond the standard of care today. We have more than 300 open clinical trials and 250 research teams studying cancer. More genes for inherited cancers have been discovered at Huntsman Cancer Institute than at any other cancer center. Our scientists are world-renowned for understanding how cancer begins and using that knowledge to develop innovative approaches to treat each patient鈥檚 unique disease. Huntsman Cancer Institute was founded by Jon M. and Karen Huntsman.