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Photo montage including a photo of the Norris building, a DNA model, a colored cell, and a portrait of Dr. Peter A. Jones, Director of the USC/Norris Cancer Center

The USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center

is a leader in cancer research, with nearly 200 members investigating the complex origins and progression of cancer, developing prevention strategies and searching for cures. USC Norris is part of the Keck School of Medicine and is designated by the National Cancer Institute as one of the nation's 40 comprehensive cancer centers.

USC Norris News

Growing Yeast to Study Cancer
USC biologist Susan Forsburg is among the most prominent fission yeast researchers in the country. Inside her lab she grows fungus to study DNA damage and mutation that in humans may lead to cancer.
USC to Lead Prostate Cancer Study
Researchers at the USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center have received a $12 million National Cancer Institute grant to lead an international project aimed at identifying new biological pathways critical to the development and potential treatment of prostate cancer.
New USC Center Takes Aim at Cancer
The USC Center for Molecular Pathways and Drug Discovery was announced May 11 to treat cancer and other diseases by discovering and modulating cellular communication pathways.

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USC Norris Events

Sunday, September 26, 2010
A CONCERT TO CURE CANCER

Hyatt Regency Century Plaza Hotel
Benefiting the new USC Center for Molecular Pathways and Drug Discovery
A Concert to Cure Cancer
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USC Norris Tribute Funds


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Honor loved ones or celebrate special occasions by requesting donations to USC Norris in lieu of gifts or flowers. Create your personalized fund-raising webpage at USC Norris Tributes.


Sunday, November 21, 2010
LA Prostate Cancer 5K

San Vicente Blvd., Brentwood
Benefiting the USC Institute of Urology
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USC Norris Cancer Report, Summer 2008