Research
The Michael Cuccione Childhood Cancer Research Program (MCCCRP) is generously supported by the Michael Cuccione Foundation. Since its inception in 1997, the Michael Cuccione Foundation has worked diligently to fund childhood cancer research and make a difference in the fight against childhood cancer.
Our researchers are based at BC Children’s Hospital and are members of the Childhood Cancer & Blood Research group. We conduct research that improves the lives of children and young adults with cancer and/or blood disorders, and those undergoing transplantation.
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Cell Signaling & Genetics
Learn MoreThe objective of the Cell Signaling and Genetics team is to develop new and better treatments for childhood solid tumours and leukemias based on the study of “signal transduction pathways” in tumour cells.
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Immunity, Immune Response & Bone Marrow Transplant (I/IR/BMT)
Learn MoreThe goal of the Immunity, Immune Response, and BMT research team is to clarify and explain the mechanisms of GVHD prevalent following bone marrow transplants that treat childhood leukemias.
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Clinical Research
Learn MoreOur researchers coordinate and provide leadership for the development of clinical phase I and phase II treatment protocols, utilizing agents identified by the basic/translational component of the MCCCRP and the Childhood Cancer & Blood Research Group.
