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Our engagement in science & research

Apart from being the world’s leading stem cell donor centre, DKMS is also avidly involved in medical science

Innovative research can often be the decisive factor in the fight against blood cancer. This fight can only be won if new scientific approaches are found to combat the disease.

Lab workers shows his work
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Fighting blood cancer on all levels: Our engagement in science & research
Innovative research can often be the decisive factor in the fight against blood cancer. This fight can only be won if new scientific approaches are found to combat the disease.
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John A. Hansen, who gave the grants their name, was an outstanding oncologist and excellent immunogeneticist. Hansen died on 31 July 2019 at the age of 76.
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For the future of science and research
We believe that our support for young medical and scientific talents is a critical investment in the future. For this reason, the DKMS Stiftung Leben Spenden awards the John Hansen Research Grant (formerly: Mechtild Harf Research Grant).
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Mechtild Harf
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Recognizing outstanding scientific work of world-class physicians
Presented by the DKMS Stiftung Leben Spenden (Foundation for Giving Life) since 2001, the annual DKMS Mechtild Harf Science Award recognizes the outstanding scientific work and research of internationally renowned physicians in the field of stem cell transplantation.
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Together we can save more lives
There are many ways to get involved and support our mission.
You could be raising awareness, join the registry, hosting your own event, taking on a fundraising challenge, or anything in between.