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Our Impact

Speed of Light – The ASTRO Foundation – is the only organization dedicated to supporting research and education efforts around the world that enhance and confirm the critical role of radiation therapy in improving cancer treatment.
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Medical researchers
$12.5+ million
awarded to 130 teams of investigators
$90+ million
in follow-on funding demonstrating the impact and scalability of funded research
245
presentations and posters to disseminate findings and amplify solutions
22
new tools, programs and resources supporting patients and health care providers
127
peer-reviewed papers published to advance knowledge and impact
Helping millions of people treated with radiation therapy receive the highest quality care and improved outcomes.

Research Outcomes

The Foundation's researchers are generating results that are advancing practice and improving outcomes for patients. Innovative clinicians developed the resources listed below with grants supported by donors, and thousands of providers are using them to enhance patient care.

Illustrating the Radiation Therapy Experience

Daniel Golden, MD, MHPE, created the “Communicating the External Beam Radiotherapy Experience” (CEBRE) series of discussion guides to facilitate conversations between patients and providers. With support from The ASTRO Foundation, then known as ROI, Dr. Golden’s team developed six guides in the series that combine simple illustrations and text to help patients and caregivers understand what to expect during radiotherapy for breast, central nervous system, digestive system, head and neck, lung and prostate cancers. CEBRE guides are available in both English and Spanish. 
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Sparking opportunity for an emerging leader in AI research

Tafadzwa L. Chaunzwa, MD, MHS, shares how a grant from the Foundation was a catalyst for his career as a physician scientist working to transform cancer care through AI. 
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RadOnc Toolbox

The RadOnc Toolbox is an app and website for health care professionals designed to support evidence-based practice.
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Finding New Cures

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Leadership

Our leaders have firsthand knowledge of the issues facing the profession, the need for innovative research and the challenges patients face when undergoing treatment.
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Committees

Our committees are comprised of dedicated individuals who are committed to advancing the mission and goals of the Foundation.
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Our Finances

Speed of Light – The ASTRO Foundation is a respected national leader and trusted partner to advance cancer research to ensure that every person has access to the best radiation therapy to live a longer, healthier life.

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