One of the Nation’s leading cancer research centers
VCU Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center is proud to be your local National Cancer institute (NCI)-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center. As one of just two centers in Virginia with this distinction, Massey is at the forefront of the nation’s cancer research efforts. Massey has been designated by the NCI since 1975 and received comprehensive status in 2023.
Learn more about Massey's quest for comprehensive designation
Preeminent research programs
Massey research members conduct cutting-edge research and lead collaborative initiatives through one of three scientific research programs.
Cancer Biology
Developmental Therapeutics
Cancer Prevention & Control
Clinical trials
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Find a clinical trial
Search clinical trials available to Massey patients
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Clinical trials network (MU-NCORP)
Explore Massey’s clinical trials network and MU-NCORP affiliate sites
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Clinical Trials Office
Learn more about support for investigators conducting clinical research
Inter-institutional partnerships
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NCI Planning SPORE in Lung Cancer Disparities
See how Massey is working to reduce lung cancer disparities through a multi-regional consortium.
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NCI P20 VSU-Massey Partnership
Learn more about the P20-funded partnership helping to promote cancer research capacity at Virginia State University and increase disparities research.
Research events
Intramural funding
Shared resources
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Massey sunburst shines bright in San Diego during AACR Annual Meeting 2024
Apr 16, 2024
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