Advancing Biomedical Research in the United States
NOV., 10 2021
The US biomedical research enterprise strives to build on decades of scientific advances and world leadership.
Diseases, Conditions, and Disorders That Impact Our Lives
OCT. 20, 2021
A new report provides a compelling picture of the significance of science to the health of us all and offers tools that citizens can use to advocate for medical research.
A Tsunami of Disability Is Coming as a Result of ‘Long Covid’
JULY 7, 2021
In an opinion piece for Scientific American, Lasker President Claire Pomeroy argues that we need to plan for a future where millions of survivors are chronically ill.
Investment in Research Saves Lives and Money
JUNE 15, 2021
We developed a series of fact sheets made in collaboration with Research!America to highlight the benefits of research to improve health.
Biden’s Revamped Cancer Moonshot Doubles Down on Advancing Cures
APRIL 15, 2021
In an opinion piece for The Hill, Lasker President Claire Pomeroy urges renewed vigor in public support for the newest phase of the Cancer Moonshot.
If you think preparedness is expensive, the pandemic puts things in perspective
APRIL 30, 2020
Lasker President Claire Pomeroy shares five insights about medical research highlighted by the fight against COVID-19.
Failing another national stress test on health disparities
APRIL 15, 2020
In JAMA, William F. Owen Jr, Richard Carmona, and Claire Pomeroy emphasize the disproportionate burden of coronavirus on minority communities.
Race Shouldn’t be a Factor in Cancer Care
AUG. 14, 2019
In an opinion piece for Fox News, Lasker President Dr. Claire Pomeroy discusses how addressing social determinants of health should be a central tenet of successful oncology.
New Report Identifies Critical Role for Communication at Science Philanthropies
AUG. 6, 2019
A collaboration between the Rita Allen, Albert and Mary Lasker, and John Templeton Foundations identified a promising area worthy of greater investment: communication.
Loneliness is Harmful to our Nation’s Health
MARCH 20, 2019
While chronic loneliness has serious health implications, these can be addressed by both practical and policy approaches. Read the opinion piece by Lasker Foundation president Claire Pomeroy in Scientific American.
