Israel Cancer Research Fund

Every 3 min. worldwide, a family learns that their child has cancer. In recognition of #ChildhoodCancerAwarenessMonth, we're pleased to highlight ICRF-funded scientist Shahar Frenkel, MD, PhD, and his work exploring pediatric eye cancer. Learn more: ow.ly/y7Ag50Tl4pb

Pancreatic cancer has the highest mortality rate of all cancers and is difficult to detect early. Prof. Lucio Frydman is developing an alternative MRI technique that can make tumors visible, showing promise for earlier detection. Learn more: icrfonline.org/news/lucio-fry…

Happy Father’s Day! We appreciate the special men in our lives and remember those no longer with us who live in our hearts. ICRF Scientist Prof. Ariel Munitz credits his father for wisdom Read his incredible story here: icrfonline.org/news/cutting-e…

June is Cancer Immunotherapy Awareness Month, and we’re proud to highlight the research of Professor Yifat Merbl, which ICRF funds in collaboration with @CancerResearch Institute (CRI): icrfonline.org/news/professor…

We’re excited to introduce our Summer 2024 Newsletter! Read about National Cancer Survivors Month, immunotherapy research, superstar scientists, Bob Marley, and more. Check it out: tinyurl.com/34fa8ep5

Today, on Yom Ha’atzmaut, we celebrate Israel and its people. We admire the strength of this small land and its impact across the globe. With your help, Israel remains a beacon of hope and a leader in the fight against cancer. #yomhaatzmaut #israelindependenceday

Today we remember the soldiers who made the ultimate sacrifice to protect and defend Israel & the innocent lives lost to terror on/after 10.7. May their memories be a blessing. We hope all the hostages will come home soon. #yomhazikaron #israelmemorialday #israeldefenseforces

Happy Mother’s Day!

Today, May 8th, is #worldovariancancerday Today we focus on raising awareness about this deadly disease and stand with all women whose lives have been impacted. Some of ICRF’s scientists are working tirelessly to find better treatments for ovarian cancer — and someday a cure.

Meet Orit Kaidar-Person, M.D., who received the ICRF @ConquerCancerFd Career Dev. Award and is based at @SHEBA_ - She’s using AI to predict breast cancer recurrence. She’s one of our many inspirational scientists. Be part of our Mother’s Day match: secure.qgiv.com/for/mothersday…

Today is #yomhashoah - Wherever we may be, let’s join with the people of Israel to remember together — and take a moment to hold all those lost in the Holocaust close to our hearts. Throughout Israel, traffic stops, and a siren sounds to signal a moment of silence. Never forget.

In honor of all the incredible mothers and women in our lives who have been impacted by cancer, through Mother’s Day, all new and increased gifts to ICRF will be matched, thanks to an anonymous donor. Give now: secure.qgiv.com/for/mothersday…

Announcing a 2X match in honor of Mother’s Day. Support cancer research breakthroughs in Israel. New & increased gifts will be doubled. Time is a gift — we want more of it with the people we love. What gives us more time is cancer research. Donate now: secure.qgiv.com/for/mothersday…

This Passover and always, let’s hope that we will soon be free from the pain caused by cancer. Support our work: secure.qgiv.com/for/icrf-udf/

We continue to hold our colleagues, researchers, and all of Israel firmly in our hearts and prayers.

March is #ColorectalCancerAwareness Month – Colon cancer is the second most common cause of cancer death, and one in 24 people will be diagnosed in their lifetime. While this may feel dreadful, hope can be found – through research. Learn more: ow.ly/rKzS50R3k1G

Congrats to our #TeamICRF participants @solidgoldman @kevinlass @kevinsbeiner @eliz_coop on a great race @nyrr #UnitedAirlinesNYCHalf! Inspired by our team? Create your own personal fundraiser for a race, milestone, or in someone’s honor or memory: ow.ly/liGv50QXVQB

Good luck to the #teamicrf runners taking on the @nyrr #unitedairlinesnychalf this upcoming Sunday morning, raising money to fuel the research that leads to new cancer treatments. Support them by donating to reach their collective goal of $36,000: ow.ly/uaLJ50QTmbA

During Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, see ICRF Scientist Dr. Ruth Scherz-Shouval's work at Weizmann on how cancer cells manipulate their environment to thrive in the context of IBD leading to colon cancer. Learn more: ow.ly/ASt850QQPtY

Today and every day ICRF is proud to emphasize the importance of elevating women. Our female Israeli scientists are accomplished and inspiring – both in and out of their labs. Show them some love – like & share. #internationalwomensday #israelwomen