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D2R Awards RNA Research Funding to 7 GCI led projects

November 07 2025

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The DNA to RNA Initiative (D2R) awarded over $5.3 million in its second funding cycle, with an additional $3.9 million for training. Several projects led or co-led by GCI researchers received support through the Foundational Projects and Research in Motion (RIM) programs. These investments advance RNA therapeutics and translational research with direct potential to benefit patients.
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New therapeutic strategies in the fight against advanced prostate cancer

October 31 2025

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GCI Investigator, Vincent Giguère and his team discovered that the nuclear receptor ERRγ prevents aggressive neuroendocrine prostate cancer from developing. Loss of ERRγ drives tumor progression, while restoring its activity can reverse cancerous changes. These findings point to promising new treatment strategies targeting ERRγ-related pathways.
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Plinio Queiroz Da Cruz Receives McGill Ovation Award

October 30 2025

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The Rosalind and Morris Goodman Cancer Institute (GCI) proudly celebrates Plinio Queiroz Da Cruz, Technical Lead of the Histology Innovation Platform, recipient of the 2025 Priyabrata “PB” Mukhopadhyay Award from the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences (FMHS). Since 2019, Plinio has advanced GCI research through his technical excellence, leadership in spatial transcriptomics, and mentorship that inspire innovation and collaboration.
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Breast Cancer & RNA Therapeutics: Exploring Inclusive Research and Career Opportunities

October 30 2025

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A special event on October 22nd brought together the GCI, DNA to RNA (D2R), the Quebec Breast Cancer Foundation, and Audace au Féminin for an evening focused on equity, diversity, and inclusion in breast cancer research and careers.
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Drawing a lung cancer map

October 28 2025

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What if genetic drivers of cancer could influence the composition and spatial organization of the tumour microenvironment? This is the question Logan Walsh, researcher at the Rosalind and Morris and Goodman Cancer Institute (GCI), and Dr. Philippe Joubert from l'Institut universitaire de cardiologie et de pneumologie de Québec addressed in their most recent study published in Nature Communications last September.
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Partnering with Patients for Discovery: Advancing Breast Cancer Research

October 07 2025

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As we mark Breast Cancer Awareness Month, researchers at the Goodman Cancer Institute and the Quebec Breast Cancer Foundation have uncovered new insights into the protein CIRBP. Using tumor samples from over 1,600 patients, they found high CIRBP levels predict poorer outcomes in triple negative breast cancer. The discovery highlights CIRBP as a potential therapeutic target. It also underscores how patient partnerships drive meaningful progress in cancer research.
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Morag Park to be inducted into the Canadian Medical Hall of Fame, Class of 2026

October 02 2025

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On October 2nd, The Canadian Medical Hall of Fame (CMHF), announced the Canadian Medical Hall of Fame Class of 2026, which included the Rosalind and Morris Goodman Cancer Institute’s Morag Park, PhD.

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Défi Canderel propels GCI research: Celebrating National Philanthropy Day

September 30 2025

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Behind every breakthrough in cancer research is a story of generosity and purpose. On this year's National Philanthropy Day, the Rosalind and Morris Goodman Cancer Institute (GCI) proudly recognizes the extraordinary impact of Défi Canderel and the visionary leadership of its founder, Mr. Jonathan Wener.
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How We Innovate: The T Cell Research Transforming Immunotherapy

September 29 2025

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As we mark leukemia and lymphoma awareness month, the Rosalind and Morris Goodman Cancer Institute (GCI) is highlighting ongoing research from Principal Investigator Heather Melichar. 
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