Congratulations to Dr. David Tuveson, on his appointment as executive director of @dukecancer.bsky.social, effective October 31. His pancreatic cancer research has helped identify new treatment options.

Read more in the October #AACIUpdate: bit.ly/4i30ZxC

Nominations are open for AACI’s CTI and PCLI steering committees, with three-year terms beginning January 2027.

Submit nominations isby 5 pm PT on October 30.

Learn more in the #AACIUpdate: bit.ly/4i30ZxC

#ICYMI: Catch up on the latest news from AACI and our member cancer centers in the October #AACIUpdate.

Read the latest issue: bit.ly/4i30ZxC

Paradigm Health and AACI will present a webinar, "Pioneering a Modern Regulatory Framework: a Discussion With the Leaders Behind FDA's Real-Time Clinical Trials," at 11:00am ET on Monday, September 28. Hear from pioneers behind the FDA's proof-of-concept trials. #AACIUpdate: bit.ly/4x9bBQ2

Directors of AACI member cancer centers are encouraged to nominate an emerging leader for the new Leadership Advancement Program and the Leadership Development Workshop. Nominations are due by 8:00 pm ET on Wednesday, September 30. Read more in the September #AACIUpdate: bit.ly/4x9bBQ2

At the closing session of the 2026 AACI/CCAF Annual Meeting, NCI Director Dr. Anthony Letai will report on the current status of the national cancer research enterprise. His presentation takes place Tuesday, October 27 at 11:15am CT. Read more in the September #AACIUpdate: bit.ly/4x9bBQ2 #AACI2026

AACI announces a leadership transition for its Physician Clinical Leadership Initiative (PCLI).
Congratulations to Dr. Lee G. Wilke, the new PCLI Steering Committee chair. AACI also thanks Dr. Paula M. Fracasso for her leadership and contributions as PCLI chair. #AACIUpdate: bit.ly/4x9bBQ2

AACI’s Clinical Research Innovation (CRI) Steering Committee welcomes four new leaders.
Congratulations to Dr. Edward J. Kim, the new chair-elect, and new steering committee members Stephanie Brogan, Dr. Wencesley A. Paez, and Kelli Thorne. Read more in the September #AACIUpdate: bit.ly/4x9bBQ2

We're pleased to welcome @massgeneralbrigham.bsky.social Cancer Institute as our newest cancer center member.
Led by President Dr. David Ryan, the institute brings a strong commitment to advancing cancer care, research, and health equity across New England. bit.ly/4x9bBQ2 #AACIUpdate

Congratulations to Dr. Jonathan W. Friedberg, Dr. Primo N. Lara Jr., and Dr. Matthew Vander Heiden on their election to the AACI Board of Directors. Read more in the September #AACIUpdate: bit.ly/4x9bBQ2 @ucdaviscancer.bsky.social @wilmotcancer.bsky.social @mitkochinstitute.bsky.social

Congratulations to Dr. Charles W.M. Roberts on being named the next president & CEO of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Dr. Roberts currently leads the St. Jude Comprehensive Cancer Center. Read more in the September #AACIUpdate: bit.ly/4x9bBQ2 @stjude.bsky.social @stjuderesearch.bsky.social

ICYMI: The September #AACIUpdate is live.
Catch up on the latest news, research, jobs, and events from AACI and North America's leading academic cancer centers.
Read the September issue: bit.ly/4x9bBQ2

After nine years of leadership, Dr. Peter W.T. Pisters will retire as president of @mdanderson.bsky.social. Dr. Jeffrey E. Lee has been named interim president.
Read more in the September #AACIUpdate bit.ly/4x9bBQ2