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The Hope Foundation for Cancer Research
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Public charity supporting SWOG Cancer Research Network, part of the NCI’s National Clinical Trials Network
thehopefoundation.org
@swog.org
#SWOGonc
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The S2409 PRISM #ClinicalTrial asks if we can treat extensive stage small cell lung cancer more effectively by targeting the vulnerabilities of specific molecular subtypes of the disease. #SCLC #LCSM
PI: Anne Chiang, MD, PhD - Yale Cancer Center
swog.org/clinical-trials/S2409
November 24, 2025 at 6:20 PM
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S2427 BRIGHT trial: In patients with #MIBC, can immunoradiotherapy after response to neoadj therapy (cT0/cT1) allow for bladder preservation?
Systematic biopsies needed at post-NAT TURBT pre-registration.
Co-PI: S. Daneshmand, MD USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center
swog.org/clinical-trials/S2427
November 25, 2025 at 2:40 PM
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You have a great research idea? A critical need to address? Let's tackle it together.
We agree:
"...while Hope is often referred to as SWOG’s public charity, it has become so, so much more."
We're honored to help advance #SWOGonc research & grateful to all who make it possible.
Thank you!
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Our @swog.org group chair's Front Line blog:
**This Thanksgiving, It's All About Hope**
Thanksgiving is still a couple of weeks out, but high on my list of what I’m thankful for is having the strong support of @supportingswog.bsky.social.
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This Thanksgiving, It’s All About Hope | SWOG
Thanksgiving is still a couple of weeks out, but it’s never too early to count our blessings.
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November 18, 2025 at 7:02 PM
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A direct link to the application:

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November 14, 2025 at 8:25 PM
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The application for the next round of this APP mentoring program, MAPP, closes soon! Take a moment to hear about the opportunity from Christa Braun-Inglis! #SWOGonc

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Mentorship for APPs: Christa Braun-Inglis, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC, AOCNP, Discusses MAPP Program | Cancer Nursing Today
Christa Braun-Inglis, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC, AOCNP, of the University of Hawai’i Cancer Center, discusses the SWOG MAPP program, which is a mentorship program for APPs.
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November 14, 2025 at 8:24 PM
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Supporting Veterans with Access to Better Care
10 years of our @swog.org VA Integration and Storefront grant programs #SWOGonc
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Map of sites where Hope Foundation grants have been awarded to VA medical centers across the US, 2015-present.
November 11, 2025 at 10:06 PM
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Our @swog.org group chair's Front Line blog:
Group Meeting Surveys: You "Talk," We Listen
SWOG has now held 2 group meetings under the new 3-day model (trimmed from 4 days previously). What do the surveys say?
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SWOG: The Front Line
November 4, 2025 at 12:53 PM
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📣@swog.org members and friends, we have deadlines for 2 opportunities quickly approaching - nominate a speaker or apply #SWOGonc

Read more in our latest news:
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October 28, 2025 at 9:00 PM
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From the @swog.org Front Line:
Welcoming SWOG’s New Myeloma Leader: Dr. Amrita Y. Krishnan
#SWOGonc

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Welcoming SWOG’s New Myeloma Leader: Dr. Amrita Y. Krishnan | SWOG
Today, I’m excited to discuss our next myeloma committee chair, Dr. Amrita Y. Krishnan, who will formally step into the role on November 1st (I briefly welcomed her at plenary in Chicago – this is my ...
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October 20, 2025 at 4:34 PM
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Team Hope returns to Arizona in March!
Riders will again raise funds and support for @swog.org research through participation in the Tour de Scottsdale #SWOGonc
Can you join us? 🚴‍♂️
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Tour de Scottsdale logo
October 16, 2025 at 3:05 PM
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From the @swog.org Front Line:
A Terrific 2025 for the SWOG NCORP Research Base #SWOGonc

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A Terrific 2025 for the SWOG NCORP Research Base | SWOG
S2408, which opened early in 2025, is enrolling patients who are scheduled to have a distal pancreatectomy for a confirmed or suspected malignancy.  It asks whether a single, preoperative dose of lan...
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October 13, 2025 at 3:31 PM
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Application open now:
All #SWOGonc CRAs and nurses, submit a request to travel to the spring 2026 @swog.org group meeting - due January 15

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October 13, 2025 at 2:21 PM
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The @swog.org Front Line:
Pharmaceutical Sciences: A Unique SWOG Legacy #SWOGonc

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Pharmaceutical Sciences: A Unique SWOG Legacy | SWOG
Her three-decade tenure as our go-to expert on pharmaceutical sciences issues makes her, I believe, the longest-serving committee chair in SWOG history (disclaimer: membership records from our first t...
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October 7, 2025 at 2:11 PM
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Nominate a researcher making meaningful contributions to the study of cancer prevention! The Frank and Linda Meyskens Lectureship highlights leaders driving innovation in this critical field.

Submit by Nov 1 for spring 2026 #SWOGonc
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Frank and Linda Meyskens
October 2, 2025 at 8:17 PM
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Thanks to all who made our Chicago group meeting a success! It went by too quickly, but it’s always refreshing to see our #SWOGonc community in person. We're grateful for our donors 🙏 And for those who picked up some new @swog.org swag, we’re excited to see where you’ll be spotted wearing it!
September 24, 2025 at 5:07 PM
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We're happy to be supporting key events happening during this group meeting, including:
--Take Action Symposium
--Latin America Initiative Symposium
--Geriatric Assessment Workshop
--kickoff sessions, trainings, and more! #SWOGonc
As always, *thank you* to our donors who make so much possible 🙏
swog.org SWOG Cancer Research Network @swog.org · Sep 16
Our @swog.org group chair's blog:
Fall Group Meeting: The More Things Change …
Our fall plenary looks at #cancerresearch advances since
SWOG's last changing of the guard. We also kick off new trials (incl S2427 BRIGHT #bladderpreservation trial) & much more! #SWOGonc
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SWOG 2025 Fall Group Meeting, Sept 18-20
September 17, 2025 at 12:27 PM
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The latest @swog.org Front Line:
Fall Group Meeting: The More Things Change …

If you can’t be with us in Chicago, remember that most open sessions will also be accessible virtually! #SWOGonc
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Fall Group Meeting: The More Things Change … | SWOG
In reflecting on the upcoming changing of the guard, and on the progress we’ve made since the last changing of the guard, we’ve planned a powerhouse plenary you won’t want to miss.
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September 15, 2025 at 2:19 PM
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We're excited to be supporting the Geriatric Assessment Workshop at the upcoming @swog.org group meeting in Chicago.

This is an in-person only event and space is limited, so if you haven't registered but would like to attend, please sign up at the #SWOGonc registration desk upon arrival!
The Geriatric Assessment Workshop will take place on Friday, September 19 starting at 10 am Central. Check swog.org for details.
September 11, 2025 at 8:02 PM
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500,000 is a very big number!
We're standing together for publicly funded cancer research - read the open letter to Congress from all #NCI National Clinical Trials Network (NCTN) cooperative group chairs #NCTN #SWOGonc
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An open letter to Congress from the chairs of the NCI National Clinical Trials Network cooperative groups
September 9, 2025 at 8:37 PM
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Now OPEN: S2427 BRIGHT trial! In patients with #MIBC, can immunoradiotherapy after response to neoadjuvant therapy (cT0 or cT1) allow for bladder preservation?
🔜S2427 KICKOFF mtg, Sept 19, 4:15-5:15 pm CT 🕟
💻UROLOGISTS: Attend virtually! Learn more: swog.org/swog-fall-20...
S2427 (BRIGHT Trial) Kickoff - Sept 19
September 9, 2025 at 4:58 PM
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Our @swog.org group chair's blog:
Standing Together for Publicly Funded Cancer Research
The chairs of the #NCTN groups have sent an open letter to Congress encouraging continued strong federal support for the cancer research we conduct & its undeniable positive impact.
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Standing Together for Publicly Funded Cancer Research | SWOG
It’s been estimated that more than half a million patients are now receiving treatment or follow-up care on NCTN trials, at more than 2,200 clinical sites in all corners of the country.
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August 29, 2025 at 7:01 PM
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Our latest:
-- application reopens for MAPP (APP Mentorship Program)
-- the summer @swog.org Latin America Initiative newsletter
-- plain language summaries at the fall #SWOGonc meeting
Plus our upcoming funding deadlines
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APP Mentorship Program Application Reopens
Email from Funding and Career Development Opportunities   August 26, 2025 Application for the Advanced Practice Providers Mentorship Program Reopens Apply to join the 2026 MAPP cohort! We'
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August 26, 2025 at 8:49 PM
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There's still time to apply for the 2025 John Crowley, PhD Award!
Head to Seattle to collaborate w/leading statistical faculty & data mgmt staff. Successful applicants will present research concepts that utilize @swog.org data/resources/expertise #SWOGonc

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John Crowley, PhD Award
August 19, 2025 at 5:28 PM
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Another great update from our #SLAI team!

If you're attending next month's @swog.org group meeting, you can learn more and join the conversation at the Latin America Initiative Symposium, Saturday, 9/20, 9-10:30 am CT #SWOGonc

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The SWOG Latin America Initiative summer 2025 newsletter.
August 18, 2025 at 5:46 PM
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We're thrilled to reopen our application form for a second round of the #NCTN MAPP Program - a mentoring intervention for Advanced Practice Providers #SWOGonc @swog.org

Apply by November 21 for the 2026 cohort:
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The NCTN MAPP Program - a mentoring intervention for Advanced Practice Providers. Apply by November 21.
August 12, 2025 at 3:43 PM