The Metastasis Research Society fully supports the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) statement regarding the recent actions by the Trump administration to reduce federal support for the infrastructure and funding that is essential for scientific research.

Research programs funded by the National Institutes of Health, the National Science Foundation, and the Department of Defense are crucial for sustaining discovery and innovation that lead to the prevention and cures of diseases, including cancer, which affect individuals and families globally.

These programs have enabled us to make significant worldwide advancements in cancer research, such as in precision medicine, immunotherapy, and early detection technologies. Continued investment in biomedical discovery and research is more promising and more essential than ever.

We urge everyone to raise their voices in support of continued robust investment in medical research in the U.S. The health and well-being of millions of people worldwide depend on it.