Research at Memorial Sloan-Kettering

Bringing together scientists and physicians to solve critical problems in cancer biology and human health, we are one of the nation’s leading centers for biomedical research.

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Immunologist Morgan Huse (right, with research technician Niels Bantilan) is using cutting-edge techniques to learn more about the immune system.

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Sloan-Kettering Institute

Our eight research programs are focused on advancing knowledge in the biomedical sciences and developing new ways to improve human health.

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Memorial Hospital Research

In addition to providing outstanding cancer care, we have an extensive hospital-based research program.

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Clinical Research

Our staff conducts hundreds of clinical trials and pursues translational research to improve cancer diagnosis and treatment.

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Collaborative Research Centers

We promote cooperation among scientists and clinicians from diverse disciplines to focus on key areas in cancer research.

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Sloan-Kettering Institute

The scientists in SKI’s more than 100 laboratories are conducting innovative basic and translational research to advance the understanding and treatment of cancer.

Pictured: Zuckerman Research Center

Pictured: Julia Kaltschmidt & Mary Baylies

Pre- and Postdoctoral Training

Training tomorrow’s scientific leaders is a key part of Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center’s commitment to biomedical research.

Pictured: Julia Kaltschmidt & Mary Baylies

New & Noteworthy

New Drug Shows Promise for Patients with Advanced Kidney Cancer

Results of an international study indicate that the investigational drug tivozanib is more effective and better tolerated than a currently approved therapy in delaying cancer growth.

Pictured: Robert Motzer

New Technique for Imaging Brain Tumors Could Allow More Accurate Surgical Removal

Rare Medical Phenomenon: Melanoma Patient’s Tumors Disappear throughout the Body after Radiation of One Tumor

Genetic Profiling Could Help Doctors Make More-Accurate Leukemia Prognoses

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