Fight Cancer Through Research
Cancer is the 2nd leading cause of death in New Jersey. Every donation counts.
Donate todayAbout NJCCR
The New Jersey Commission on Cancer Research (NJCCR) was established on January 17, 1983, with the passage of the “Cancer Research Act” by the New Jersey State Legislature. NJCCR promotes significant and original research related to Cancer in New Jersey. The NJCCR functions as an independent body and serves as an important resource to providers and consumers of cancer services in the State.
The mission of the NJCCR is to ensure that the citizens of New Jersey receive the fullest benefit of our nation’s fight against cancer through the promotion and funding of research into the causes, prevention, and treatment of cancer.
In pursuit of this mission, NJCCR funds cancer research focused on fostering fundamental creative discoveries, innovation, and improving health disparities in New Jersey.
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NJCCR’s primary objectives include:
- Review and authorize approved cancer research projects;
- Apportion all available funds to qualifying research institutions to finance approved research projects and necessary institutional support services;
- Ensure that funds appropriated to approved research projects are not diverted to any other use;
- Take steps necessary to encourage the development within the State of research projects on:
- the causes of cancer;
- pain management and palliative care for persons diagnosed with cancer and
- Provide the Governor and the Legislature with an Annual Report describing the state of the commission’s activities and the results of its funded research efforts.
Each year the NJCCR receives a state appropriation to facilitate its mission of advancing cancer research in New Jersey. Additional funding for research grants comes from donations made on New Jersey State Individual Tax forms line #71 and proceeds from the specialty Conquer Cancer license plates.
2025 Grant Opportunities
RFA - NJCCR Request for Applications 2025
Questions?
Email NJCCR@doh.nj.gov for more information
In compliance with the Open Public Meeting Act (NJSA 10:4-6 – 10:4-21) the following meetings are scheduled for the NJCCR:
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Date/Time |
Location |
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June 11, 2024 (Closed Executive Session) |
Microsoft Teams Email: njccr@doh.nj.gov to register |
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October 15, 2024 |
Microsoft Teams Email: njccr@doh.nj.gov to register |
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November 13, 2024 (Annual Symposium & Business Meeting) |
Microsoft Teams Email: njccr@doh.nj.gov to register |
General Cancer Research Fund
Donating to the general cancer research fund supports cancer research grants administered by NJCCR.
Drive Hope Forward
Donate to support studies focusing on the causes, prevention, screening, treatment, and cure of childhood cancer.
Conquer Cancer License Plates
These plates spread a message of hope and strengthen New Jersey's fight against cancer.
Donate to Specific Cancer Research Funds
Commission Members, Pediatric Advisory Group, and NJCCR Staff
NJCCR membership consists of 11 members who are volunteers appointed by the Governor.
New Jersey residents wishing to be considered for appointment may submit his/her name to the Governor’s Office of Appointments. Information on how to apply can be found at: https://www.nj.gov/governor/admin/bca.
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Commission Members |
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(Chair) |
(Vice-Chair) |
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Generosa Grana |
Wendy Budin |
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Li Li |
Shawna Hudson |
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Christine Schell |
Loletha Johnson (Commissioner’s Designee) |
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Michele L. Donato |
Jane Flint |
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Pediatric Advisory Group |
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(Chair) Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey |
(Co-Chair) Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey |
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Paulette Forbes Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey |
Daniel Notterman Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital |
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Alfred Gillio Hackensack University Medical Center |
Ahmed-Rafat Cooper Medical School of Rowan University |
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NJCCR Staff |
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Lisa H. Cummings |
Candido Africa |
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Amir Bhochhibhoya |
Anita Madavane |
Contact InformationNew Jersey Commission on Cancer Research Email: NJCCR@doh.nj.gov |
