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The CDI is actively conducting research on a number of diseases and illnesses impacting millions of people, including but not limited to:
- Comprehensive cancer research spanning basic science, clinical translational research and cancer prevention and control
- Immuno and cell based therapy
- Infectious diseases and the crisis of multidrug-resistant and healthcare-associated infections (HAIs)
- Pandemic Preparedness and Response to Other Viruses and Outbreaks
- Diabetes and Other Autoimmune Diseases
- Alzheimer’s, Dementia and Other Neurodegenerative Diseases
- Genomic Medicine – Genetics and Epigenetics
- Stem Cell Transplantation
- Restorative Medicine
- Immunology and T cell biology
Additionally, the CDI is dedicated to multiple areas of specialized cancer research, including:
- Multiple Myeloma
- Leukemia and other blood borne cancers
- Pediatric and Adult Neuro oncology (rare brain tumors)
- Breast Cancer
- Ovarian and Cervical Cancer
- Prostate Cancer
- Colon Cancer
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Liver Cancer
- Lung Cancer
- Bladder Cancer
- Lymphoma
- Cancer Prevention and Control
“CDI has continued to grow, mature and excel as a dynamic research enterprise. In addition to COVID-19 related research, CDI scientists have redoubled their efforts in cancer biology, infectious diseases, immunology and diabetes/autoimmune disorders while adding emerging programs in pediatric inflammatory diseases, as well as rapidly growing brain tumors in adults and pediatric patients.”
David S. Perlin, Ph.D. – Chief Scientific Officer, Senior Vice President and Professor Hackensack Meridian Center for Discovery and Innovation.
Support for Research Faculty, Endowed Chairs and Fellowships
In order to find cures for some of the world’s most challenging conditions, the CDI is committed to building upon its team of scientists and recruiting world-class researchers. Your support is crucial in attracting the most talented investigators and physician-scientists to build a pipeline for individuals at the early stages of their career. Private philanthropy is needed for:
- Endowed chair positions
- Research directorships
- Strategic faculty recruitment
- CDI Physician-Scientist Program
- Post-doctoral fellowships
- Fellowships for early career and underrepresented investigators
Advanced Research Facilities
In an unprecedented effort to re-establish New Jersey as a leader in biomedical research and medical education, CDI has dedicated space to accommodate the expanded laboratory and the administrative infrastructure needed to support these activities. Funding will aid in the development of:
- Expanded laboratory space
- Administrative infrastructure
- Customized research facilities
- Highly specialized research instrumentation and equipment
- Enhanced artificial intelligence and cloud computing capabilities