Institute for Cancer Research
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Institute for Cancer Research can refer to at least two separate organizations:
- American Institute for Cancer ResearchAmerican Institute for Cancer ResearchThe American Institute for Cancer Research is a large American cancer research organization associated with the World Cancer Research Fund umbrella organization.Its stated mission is:...
, located in Washington, DC - Institute for Cancer Research (founded in 1927); in 1974, it merged with the American Oncologic Hospital (founded in 1904) to become Fox Chase Cancer CenterFox Chase Cancer CenterThe Fox Chase Cancer Center is a National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center research facility and hospital located in the Fox Chase section of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States. The main facilities of the center are located on property adjoining Burholme Park...
, located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania