Foundation News

Lymphoma Research Foundation Raises Over $1 Million at New York City Gala to Help Eradicate Lymphoma

Lymphoma Research Foundation Raises Over $1 Million at New York City Gala to Help Eradicate Lymphoma October 6, 2023 – The Lymphoma Research Foundation (LRF) – the nation’s largest non-profit organization dedicated exclusively to funding innovative lymphoma research and serving…

Planned Giving: The Legacy a Donor Leaves Behind

Bob came to LRF out of concern for his son, but he continues to work with and donate to the organization out of admiration for LRF’s impact on lymphoma research. Together, Bob and Michael worked to support Foundation research, advocacy, and LRF Scientific Advisory Board efforts to change lives. Bob hopes his estate gift helps advance cures for lymphoma and ensures a brighter future for other families touched by this blood cancer.

Patient Education

Patient Perspectives: Understanding Diagnostic Testing

Lymphoma specialist Lisa Rimsza, MD (Mayo Clinic, Arizona) describes these tests in-depth and how they can help patients understand their lymphoma subtype and become their own best health advocate.

Researcher Spotlight

Where Are They Now? Mantle Cell Lymphoma Consortium and Initiative: 20 Years in Review

Where Are They Now? Mantle Cell Lymphoma Consortium and Initiative: 20 Years in Review Mantle cell lymphoma (MCL) is a rare, typically aggressive form of non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL) which accounts for roughly six percent of all NHL cases in the…

Finding Light In the Middle of the Woods

Finding Light In the Middle of the Woods Ilyse Leibowitz always dreamed of having a second home in the Berkshires. A former elementary school teacher and certified yoga instructor with a deep connection to nature and spirituality, she calls the…

Lymphoma Research Foundation to Honor Esteemed Lymphoma Physician Kara Kelly, MD at Annual Gala on September 28

The Lymphoma Research Foundation (LRF), the nation’s largest non-profit organization dedicated exclusively to funding innovative lymphoma research and serving the lymphoma community through a comprehensive series of education programs, outreach initiatives, and patient services, will host its 2023 Annual Gala on Thursday, September 28, at the Ziegfeld Ballroom in New York City.

LRF Welcomes Scientific Advisory Board Chair Ann S. LaCasce, MD, MMSc

LRF welcomes new SAB leadership and members Sonali M. Smith, MD of The University of Chicago (Chair); Ann S. LaCasce, MD, MMSc of Dana-Farber Cancer Institute (Chair-Elect); and Teresa Palomero, PhD of Columbia University (member)

Lymphoma Research Foundation Announces Inaugural Recipient of the Annual Kanti R. Rai, MD Clinical Scholar Award

The Lymphoma Research Foundation (LRF), the nation’s largest non-profit organization dedicated exclusively to funding innovative lymphoma research and serving the lymphoma community, today named Christine Ryan, MD, as the first recipient of the Kanti R. Rai Clinical Scholar Award for her work in the ongoing study of Richter’s Transformation (RT), which is a severe progression of chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) in a B-cell lymphoma. The Kanti R. Rai Scholar Award was first created in 2022 and was established in recognition of Dr. Rai’s global leadership in the field of lymphoma/CLL research and his commitment to LRF’s mission.

Researcher Spotlight

Where Are They Now? Martin Rivas, PhD

Where Are They Now? Martin Rivas, PhD When did you become interested in the study of biology? In oncology and lymphoma specifically? I was attracted to nature from a very young age. I was curious about all animals, but whales…

Story of Hope: Scott Fink

Story of Hope: Scott Fink Scott Fink is a born-and-bred New Yorker, married 20 years to his wife, Kelly, and father to 14-year-old twin daughters. He’s called New York City home for most of his life, aside from his undergraduate…

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