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Our Newest Faculty Member Arrives from Harvard: Dr. Utkan Demirci – A Microfluidic Technology Platform
To implement new discoveries in the clinic, we are committed to developing novel micro- and nanoscale bioengineering and biomedical microfluidic technology platforms to enable clinical diagnostics and point-of-care tests. To […]
Read MoreRegistration Open for Canary Challenge 2014 in Honor of World Cancer Day
In honor of World Cancer Day, we are officially opening registration for the Canary Challenge 2014. Register for the ride now for $25 until March 31. World Cancer Day is a […]
Read MoreUpwards and Onwards: Canary Goals for 2014
The beginning of the year presents a cue to reflect on the successes of the previous year, and look forward to goals for the coming months. We’re delighted to announce […]
Read MoreWhat’s it Like to Ride the Canary Challenge?
Save the date to register for the Canary Challenge 2014- registration opens on January 4 in the New Year!
Read MoreCanary Highpoints: Cancer Early Detection Research Progress 2013
Canary Foundation’s progress continues to be on a rapid path. Through prestigious partnerships, research, and clinical trials with quantifiable results, Canary Foundation is funding early detection research that will save […]
Read MoreProstate Cancer Early Detection: Canary PASS Trial Hits Important Milestone
About one man in six will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in his lifetime. Most men diagnosed with prostate cancer will not die from it. With screening, we’re doing better […]
Read MoreLung Cancer Early Detection: Canary Foundation Collaborates with MD Anderson
Recently, Canary Foundation and Stanford embarked on a collaboration with the MD Anderson Cancer Center, working together on a large-scale initiative to improve the screening process of lung cancer for […]
Read MoreCanary Awards for Outstanding Early Cancer Detection Research
Each year, Canary Awards — often featuring a golden or crystal canary — are presented at the Canary Symposium to recognize the year’s outstanding contributions. This year, two awards were bestowed for […]
Read MoreBreast Cancer Early Detection Research at Canary Foundation
In the United States, it is estimated that there will be 232,340 new breast cancer cases and 39,620 breast cancer mortalities in 2013. 1 in 8 women will be diagnosed […]
Read MoreRiding to Victory! Cancer Early Detection Fundraising at the Canary Challenge 2013
This past weekend, 800 cyclists converged at VMware village to kick off Canary Challenge 2013, a great increase over the number of riders from last year! Over $800,000 was raised […]
Read MoreCancer Early Detection Contest: Fundraising and Riding for the Canary Challenge
We’re currently 10 days away from the Canary Challenge, and weather reports show that conditions will be perfect the day of the ride. We are so excited to see all […]
Read MoreCanary Challenge Benefit Cycling Event Experiences Major Growth Spurt
For Immediate Release Contact: Erica Glessing Erica@CanaryFoundation.org September 28, 2013 Event Draws Vanderkitten Pro Cyclists Palo Alto, CA – The California cycling event Canary Challenge on Sept. 28 2013 in […]
Read MoreCancer Early Detection: Canary Minute Series
In this latest installment of our Canary Minute series, Sasha Hao interviews Canary Challenge participants taking part in the last Vanderkitten last training ride before the Canary Challenge, the premier […]
Read MoreCancer Early Detection Ride: How to Prepare for the Canary Challenge
The countdown has begun! It’s less than two full weeks to the day of the Canary Challenge, and everyone is looking forward to the big day. Whether you’re going for […]
Read MoreEarly Cancer Detection: Canary Minute with Vanderkitten Owner Dave Verrecchia
In this Canary Minute, Sasha Hao interviews Dave Verrecchia, the owner of the Vanderkittens, a fantastic women’s pro cycling team partnered with the Canary Challenge. He shares why the Vanderkittens […]
Read MoreEarly Cancer Detection: Canary Minute with Canary Challenge Fundraising Winner
In this Canary Minute, Sasha Hao interviews Carolyn Helmke, a woman affected by cancer and a Canary Challenge fundraising contest winner. She explains why she is passionate about Canary Challenge, […]
Read MoreEarly Cancer Detection: It’s Not too Late to Get Involved!
It’s not too late to get involved in the Canary Challenge on September 28 – you have the unique opportunity to contribute to fundraising and to earn prizes while doing […]
Read MoreEarly Cancer Detection on Social: #CanaryChallenge Photo Contest Highlights
In July, Canary Foundation launched a social media photo contest designed to get Canary Challenge cyclists psyched about about the ride, their training, and raising funds for early cancer detection […]
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