Stefan Pfister (C01) has been awarded the Thomas and Doris Ammann Prize. His research has uncovered multiple previously unrecognized genetic alterations that drive the development of various pediatric brain tumor types. These include mutations that reveal new therapeutic targets, as well as genetic changes that point to an inherited predisposition to cancer. Together, these discoveries have substantially […]
Dirk Hoffmann (A03) has been awarded the MTZ Award for Systems Medicine 2026 in recognition of his outstanding research on malignant brain tumors. His work provides important impulses for the development of novel therapeutic strategies against glioblastomas. His research focuses on the molecular and cellular mechanisms of glioblastoma, with particular emphasis on tumor heterogeneity, therapy resistance, […]
Felix Sahm (A06) is one of the recipients of the German Cancer Prize in the Translational Research Category. The Prize is awarded annually by the German Cancer Society and the German Cancer Foundation and is considered one of the highest distinctions in oncology. Sahm is recognized for his leading contributions to the molecular classification of brain tumors, […]
Dear Members and Friends of UNITE, We are happy to share recent highlights, including a recap of our retreats, seminar series and the latest updates from research. This edition also features a curated overview of upcoming UNITE events and Travel grants, alongside short introductions to the newest members of the UNITE staff. We hope you […]
Dear Members and Friends of UNITE, We are happy to share recent highlights, including a recap of our seminars, the UNITE & Fellow Retreat, and the latest updates from our team. In this edition, we also invite you to apply for the upcoming travel grants, provide an overview of upcoming workshops and UNITE events, and […]