Innovation

The UWCCC and the McArdle Laboratory are leading the way in cancer research, discovery, and innovation. Choose from one of the focus areas below for more information.

Program Areas

The scientific mission of the UW Carbone Cancer Center (UWCCC) is organized around six scientific programs. UWCCC programs encompass laboratory research, clinical research, population sciences, and advanced research training.

Lynn Haynes, distinguished researcher in the Department of Surgery, working in her lab

Strategic Statewide Partnerships

UWCCC partners with colleagues and allies across the state to ensure that the cutting edge of cancer research and treatment is available to patients across the region.

Map of Wisconsin catchment areas by county.

Big Ten Cancer Research Consortium

The Consortium unites Big Ten cancer centers to transform the conduct of cancer research through collaborative, hypothesis-driven, highly translational oncology trials.

W crest banner fluttering in the wind on a sunny day

Wisconsin Head & Neck Cancer SPORE

Awarded in 2016 and led by PI Paul Harari, the Wisconsin SPORE is focused on head and neck cancer translational research. The goals of each research project are to link lab research to the clinic to improve the overall outcome for patients with HNC.

3D illustration of Epiglottis, medical concept