Huntsman Cancer Institute

December 24, 2009 by · 1 Comment
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http://cancercenters.cancer.gov/images/1-1-19.jpgHuntsman Cancer Institute (HCI) at the University of Utah is the only National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center in the five-state Intermountain West. HCI’s mission is to understand the genesis of cancer, to educate the public about cancer risk and prevention, to provide hope for those who suffer from cancer today, and to create new treatments for future cancer patients.

HCI’s research efforts range from studies of developmental biology in model systems to broad-based population studies. As steward of the Utah Population Database, one of the most comprehensive genetic databases in the world, HCI researchers have discovered several genes that, when mutated, may lead to a greater risk of certain cancers. People with a significant family history of melanoma, colon, pancreatic, or breast cancer are enrolled in on-site research clinics designed to provide a resource to scientists looking for additional cancer-susceptibility genes, as well as to help participants protect themselves from inherited forms of cancer.

Patients with all types of adult cancer are treated at HCI’s outpatient clinics and cancer specialty hospital. HCI meets the highest national standard for cancer care, utilizing an interdisciplinary approach that includes treatments, genetic counseling, educational resources, and pain and palliative care. Basic scientists, translational researchers, and clinical oncologists work side-by-side in these programs to affect cancer treatments and cures.

Mary C. Beckerle, Ph.D., Executive Director
Tel: (801) 581-4485

Renae P. Hepler, Administrator
Tel: (801) 585-7776

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One Response to “Huntsman Cancer Institute”
  1. Charles Pyle says:

    I have seen and heard about the endeavors Mr. Huntsman is undertaking. HE has many medical and humanitarian projects that are similar to our own. I am part of a group of professionals who are structuring our business and lives to devote our talents and resources towards making improvments in medical understanding and treatments for cancer, fibromyalgea, MS, Lupus, and auto-immune disorders. We are also funding projects in the US that provide better schooling, educational resources and humanitarian help overseas.

    I need to talk with Mr. Jon Huntsman Sr directly about a business proposal to help fund his cancer project; introduce some new information about cancer; and help provide additional funding for his many other philanthropic projects. We need his help and participation in our own project in order to accomplish this. He will be able to profit well from the transaction. I sincerely petition all responsible parties to help get this message to Mr. Huntsman and entreat him to contact me at his earliest convenience. I/we appreceiate any and all consideration that can be extended to us and look forward to hearing from Mr. Huntsman and open a dialogue.

    I can be reached at:
    407-493-2889
    mrboffo1@juno.com
    Skype at charles.pyle

    Thank you for your time and consideration

    Best Regards

    Charles Pyle
    Professional Consultant
    BS\Business Management; BS\MS International Macroeconomics

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