
Our world-class scientists, including three Nobel Laureates, have revolutionized prevention, detection and treatment for several cancers and other diseases. The following are some of the cancers and other diseases that we research:
From basic biology to programs that enhance the quality of life for survivors, our world-renowned scientists take an innovative and comprehensive approach to understanding and eliminating more than two dozen types of cancer and other life-threatening illnesses.
Fred Hutch scientists are developing new methods to prevent, diagnose and treat cancer.
Fred Hutch scientists are producing some of the most important breakthroughs in the prevention, early detection and treatment of cancer, HIV/AIDS and other diseases. Our scientists study the disease process from every angle – from the most basic, molecular and cellular level to a broad, population-based approach – to uncover the factors that influence a person’s likelihood of getting cancer, and using this knowledge to reduce risk and save lives. Our research covers a broad range of topics, including:
Our researchers investigate the cellular and molecular mechanisms behind disease.
Fred Hutch's world-renowned faculty seek answers to fundamental biological questions. Our investigators:
Our prevention researchers make discoveries that allow people to lead healthier lives.
Fred Hutch is home to the nation’s first and largest cancer prevention program. Our prevention researchers identify ways to reduce an individual’s likelihood of developing cancer and pursue vaccines to prevent cancer, HIV and other major diseases. Our achievements include:
Our investigators develop blood tests that could detect cancers in their most treatable stages.
Fred Hutch researchers seek new ways to detect cancer at its earliest stages, when a patient's chances of survival are greatest. One of the keys to this effort is the discovery of biomarkers—proteins and other molecules that indicate the presence of disease. In addition to leading an international project to discover new cancer biomarkers, our investigators:
Our researchers are using revolutionary immunotherapies such as of cancer-fighting T cells to melt away tumors.
Our researchers pioneered bone marrow transplantation, a procedure that has saved the lives of hundreds of thousands of patients worldwide. This discovery set the stage for our pursuit of innovative treatments and cures for cancers, HIV and other diseases. Fred Hutch investigators:
Fred Hutch leads a nationwide effort to help survivors flourish in their lives after cancer.
Our research examines the physical, psychological, social and economic effects of cancer and its treatment, and the Fred Hutch is a world leader in the emerging field of survivor care. Our investigators:
Fred Hutch scientists conduct important and impactful research, and their findings have revolutionized prevention, detection and treatment for cancer and other diseases. Read stories about our efforts.
Fred Hutch's Business Development & Strategy team seek partners who share our drive to innovate, collaborate and accelerate the development of programs and technologies that will revolutionize how we treat cancer.
A video presenting basic science research at the Fred Hutch and its role in saving lives.