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Research pioneered at City of Hope and its renowned Beckman Research Institute has improved the lives of men, women and children throughout the world.

Our reputation for scientific excellence – for fundamentally advancing the world’s understanding of cancer, diabetes, HIV/AIDS and other life-threatening diseases – stems from our determination to aggressively pursue lines of inquiry outside traditional paradigms.

As an independent biomedical, treatment and education center, we have the infrastructure and collaborative energy to move from bold, innovative concept to powerful new treatment swiftly. We conduct more clinical trials than most cancer centers and are a national leader in translational research, where ideas continuously flow between investigators and clinicians.

Many of our breakthroughs have transformed the landscape of modern medicine. We helped launch the biotech industry with the development of technologies that led to the first synthetic human insulin and human growth hormone. Our research also made possible the widely used cancer fighting drugs, Herceptin, Rituxan and Avastin.

Discoveries happen at City of Hope because we foster an environment that supports intellectual creativity and freedom – the kind of thinking that enables us to redefine the future of medicine.

Beckman Research Institute
Recognized as one of the nation’s premier centers for innovative biomedical research, City of Hope’s Beckman Research Institute advances the fundamental understanding of molecular genetics, cellular biology and more.

Comprehensive Cancer Center
City of Hope is one of only 40 Comprehensive Cancer Centers in the country, the highest designation awarded by the National Cancer Institute to institutions that lead the way in cancer research, treatment, prevention and education.

Research Departments and Divisions
Research at City of Hope is conducted within eight major basic science departments of Beckman Research Institute along with seven clinical research departments and divisions.

Patient-centered Research
From clinical trials of drugs and treatments, to studies on cancer survivorship, our multidisciplinary teams of basic, clinical and population science investigators collaborate on improving the lives of patients throughout the world.

Research Support Services
City of Hope embodies the spirit of scientific collaboration by sharing services and core facilities with colleagues here and around the world. We provide access to specialized equipment, laboratories, scientific expertise and resources such as the Graff Medical and Scientific Library.

Major Accomplishments
With an urgency driven as much by compassion as intellectual curiosity, City of Hope has pioneered some of the most important scientific advances of the past century.

Research Faculty and Staff
City of Hope has been the home of many illustrious scientists, including six members of the prestigious National Academy of Sciences: Ernest Beutler, Alfred Knudson, Rachmiel Levine, Susumo Ohno, Eugene Roberts, and Arthur Riggs. You can look for individuals by name or department, or learn more about our endowed chairs.

Program overviews and publications for City of Hope and Beckman research. (2004-2007 Report; 248-page indexed .pdf)

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Beckman Research Institute celebrates 25 years of biomedical advances. Building on a foundation of historic achievement, the institute continues to evolve, adding new programs, top-tier scientists and state-of-the-art facilities like the Arnold and Mabel Beckman Center.

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By giving to City of Hope, you support breakthrough discoveries in laboratory research that translate into lifesaving treatments for patients with cancer and other serious diseases. Contact donor relations at 800-720-6824 or e-mail for more information.

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Fellowships and Residencies

City of Hope offers a number of exciting fellowships and residencies in laboratory research, administration, clinical applications and other areas.

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