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Welcome to the University of Illinois Cancer Center

Our mission is to provide innovative care designed to eliminate cancer health disparities by elevating the voices of our communities as stakeholders in discovery, education, and the provision of care.

Our vision is to eliminate cancer health disparities and improve cancer outcomes for all.

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Introducing the Data Hub for Communities

The University of Illinois Cancer Center’s Data Hub for Communities is an interactive platform that allows you to explore and visualize data about the impact of cancer and its risk factors across multiple geographic levels within Illinois. Data are available to download as charts, maps, tables, and more.

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Cancer Center News

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In the News

08/10/2026

University of Illinois Cancer Center members are thought leaders in cancer research and oncology. “In the News” is an occasional feature highlighting recent media appearances.

Group photo at the 2026 Summer Student Research Symposium

Research Symposium Wraps Up Summer Programs

08/07/2026

More than two dozen high school and undergraduate students, who were part of summer research programs at the University of Illinois Cancer Center, wrapped up their time together by presenting their projects at a closing symposium.

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UI Health Rankings

08/04/2026

UI Health is recognized in U.S. News & World Report’s 2026–2027 Best Hospitals rankings.

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Featured Videos

Miguel Ortega sharing his experience
Miguel Ortega sharing his experience Meet Miguel Ortega
Donald Barge sharing his experience Meet Donald Barge
Yolanda Johnson on her experiences being on a clinical trial. Meet Yolanda Johnson
A woman looking into a microscope. Breast Cancer Survivors Tour Research Labs
William Cardona and his sister, Marlin Salgado Meet William Cardona and Marlin Salgado
Pamela Thomas-Hall on her experiences being on a clinical trial. Meet Pamela Thomas-Hall

Events

Thursday, August 20, 2026

Precision Oncology Tumor Board

Every third Thursday from 3-4 p.m. via Zoom

Thursday, August 27, 2026

Cancer Survivorship Lecture Series

The Survivorship Lecture Series is a monthly speaker event sponsored by the University of Illinois Cancer Center, featuring presentations by leaders in the field on topics in cancer survivorship.

Friday, August 28, 2026

Clinical Research Investigator Seminar Series (CRISS)

Provides the information and skills needed to conduct clinical research at UIC at all stages of a study’s lifecycle.

Friday, October 9, 2026

Dr. Tapas Das Gupta Cancer Research Symposium

The University of Illinois Cancer Center Dr. Tapas Das Gupta Cancer Research Symposium is on October 9, 2026.

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