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First annual PICR Awards ceremony recognizes excellence in cancer research

In a significant milestone for the Purdue Institute for Cancer Research (PICR), faculty, students and staff gathered at the Hansen Life Sciences Research Building on April 17 to honor seven awardees for their outstanding contributions to cancer research.

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Tyler Trent Pediatric Cancer Research Center

In creating the Tyler Trent Pediatric Cancer Research Center, the Purdue Institute for Cancer Research (PICR) brings together deep strengths in multiple research fields to fight pediatric cancers and to beat osteosarcoma, the rare bone cancer that took the life of beloved Purdue alumnus Tyler Trent.

Tyler’s parents, Tony and Kelly Trent, lead the way with their gift of $100,000 to continue the fight against cancer that Tyler began. To join in the fight, you can donate here to the center’s life-sustaining research.

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Tyler Trent giving a thumbs up from the football field
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