Purdue for Life Foundation // Purdue Institute for Cancer Research

Go the extra mile to further strengthen the fight against cancer! You can take your impact to the next level by making a donation to support cutting-edge cancer research at Purdue. Your generous donation will support life-changing discoveries at the Purdue Institute for Cancer Research. Every extra mile brings us closer to the finish line in the fight to end cancer.

The Purdue Institute for Cancer Research unites the brightest minds from across Purdue University and beyond to study cancers where they start — inside the cell. By harnessing expertise from diverse fields such as engineering, veterinary medicine, biology, and chemistry, the Institute for Cancer Research drives breakthroughs in understanding how cancers develop, progress, and respond to treatment. Our discoveries fuel the advancement of new medicines, cutting-edge diagnostic tools, more effective therapies, and innovative drug-delivery systems, making a positive impact on the lives of cancer patients and their loved ones worldwide.

 As one of only seven National Cancer Institute-designated Basic Laboratory Cancer Centers in the U.S., the Purdue Institute for Cancer Research makes significant contributions to emerging technologies, such as cancer vaccines and combination chemotherapy. We are committed to translating groundbreaking laboratory science into lifesaving treatments, strengthening the fight against cancer.