Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center

Abbreviation	Fred Hutch
Type	Cancer research institute
Headquarters	Seattle, Washington, U.S.
President and Director	Dr. Thomas J. Lynch Jr.

The Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, commonly referred to as Fred Hutch, is a world-renowned biomedical research institution located in Seattle, Washington, U.S. Dedicated to the elimination of cancer and related diseases as causes of human suffering and death, Fred Hutch conducts research of the highest standards to improve prevention and treatment.

History

Fred Hutch was founded in 1975 by Dr. William Hutchinson in honor of his brother, Fred Hutchinson, a former professional baseball player and manager who died of lung cancer. Since its inception, the center has been at the forefront of cancer research, pioneering many breakthroughs in the field.

Research

Fred Hutch is known for its interdisciplinary teams of world-renowned scientists and humanitarians working together to prevent, diagnose, and treat cancer, HIV/AIDS, and other diseases. Their research divisions include the Basic Sciences Division, Clinical Research Division, Human Biology Division, Public Health Sciences Division, and Vaccine and Infectious Disease Division.

Significant contributions have been made in the fields of bone marrow transplantation using techniques developed by Nobel Prize laureate Dr. E. Donnall Thomas. The center also leads in the development of immunotherapy treatments, which harness the power of the immune system to fight cancer.

Facilities

The center's facilities include state-of-the-art laboratories and one of the world's largest cancer prevention research groups. Fred Hutch also collaborates extensively with its clinical and research partners, the University of Washington and Seattle Children's Hospital, to translate scientific discoveries into clinical treatments.

Affiliations

Fred Hutch is affiliated with the National Cancer Institute (NCI) as a comprehensive cancer center. It is also a member of the Cancer Consortium, which includes other Seattle-area institutions such as the University of Washington and Seattle Children's Hospital.

Impact and Recognition

Fred Hutch has been recognized for its significant contributions to cancer research with numerous awards and accolades. Its researchers have contributed to the understanding and development of lifesaving treatments that have improved the lives of millions of people worldwide.

See Also

• Cancer research
• Immunotherapy
• Public health