Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center

Patient Care
- Research Overview
- - Membership Directory
    Search a listing of full members of the Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center, as well as directories of members by research program.
  - Membership Criteria
    Learn about the criteria for becoming a member of the Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center.
  - Become a Member
    Apply for membership in the Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center by submitting a short form.
- - Shared Resources
    The Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center is home to state-of-the-art facilities and provides support to shared resources at UNMC.
  - UNMC Cores and Shared Resources
    Researchers also have access to shared resources through the UNMC Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research.
  - Request for Space in the Scott Research Tower
    Complete this form to request research space.
  - Research Funding Opportunities
    NCI-designated Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center supports Principal Investigators through pilot grants and seed funding to explore novel research ideas and engage in team science projects that address critical cancer care and treatment challenges.
- - Cancer Biology Program
    The Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center Cancer Biology Program represents a long-standing commitment to cancer mechanisms-focused research.
  - Translational Cancer Research Program
    This program develops and delivers small molecules to modulate validated cancer targets as eventual cancer therapeutics.
  - Cancer Prevention & Control Program
    This program aims at identifying and understanding the factors influencing cancer risk, with a special emphasis on disparities and rural populations in the catchment area.
- - Registries
    View registries that are currently enrolling subjects through iCaRe2.
  - Information for Patients
    Participation helps researchers understand specific cancer types, determine risk factors, advance treatment for patients and discover cancer prognostic markers.
  - Information for Researchers
    iCaRe2 aims to foster clinical and epidemiological studies and accelerate the secondary use of cancer and health related data for translational research.
  - Information for Sponsors
    Your gift will support the continuous system growth and improve strides in personalized medicine, diagnosis, treatment and prevention of cancer.
- Community Outreach Overview
- Mission
  We are committed to reducing the cancer burden across Nebraska through strong partnerships, community-driven initiatives, and programs informed by community needs and priorities.
- Community Advisory Board
  This board advises on the direction of cancer center research, dissemination of evidence from ongoing research activities, and policy recommendations.
- Speaker's Bureau
  The Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center Speakers Bureau provides resources to community groups across Nebraska including experts to give presentations on cancer-related topics.
- Resources
  The Community Outreach and Engagement Office provides such resources as videos, infographics, reports and community needs assessments.
- Our Team
  Find members of the Community Outreach and Engagement Office team.
- Training & Education Overview
- Upper Midwest Emerging Scholars Exchange Program
  Learn about a new opportunity for Early Stage Investigators to share their research at peer institutions.
- Leadership Overview
- Director's Message
  Read a message from Joann Sweasy, PhD, director of the Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center.
- About the Center
  Learn about the mission and vision of the Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center.

Building a Healthier NE: Preventing Cancer

Cancer prevention starts with understanding your risk and making healthy choices. Research shows that up to 40% of cancer cases in the United States are linked to things that can be prevented. Healthy lifestyle choices, recommended cancer screenings and vaccines can help lower your risk of cancer.

Explore the resources below to learn more about ways to prevent cancer and protect your health.

Healthy Diet and Nutrition

Healthy eating plays an important role in cancer prevention. Choosing a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins may help lower your risk of cancer. Learn more about diet and cancer risk.

Exercise and Weight Management

Maintaining a healthy weight is an important step in cancer prevention. Regular physical activity and balanced nutrition can help reduce your risk and support overall health. Learn more about obesity and cancer risk.

Support for Smoking Cessation

Avoiding tobacco is one of the most effective ways to prevent cancer. Quitting smoking or never starting can significantly reduce your risk for many cancer types. Learn more about tobacco and cancer risk.

Alcohol Use

Limiting alcohol intake can help lower your risk of cancer. Making mindful choices about alcohol is an important part of cancer prevention. Learn more about alcohol use and cancer risk.

HPV Vaccination

HPV vaccination helps prevent infections that are linked to several types of cancer. Getting vaccinated is a proactive step in protecting long-term health. Learn more about HPV vaccination and cancer prevention.

Safer Environments in Nebraska

Environmental exposure may increase the risk of developing cancer. Understanding and reducing these exposures, where possible, is an important part of cancer prevention. Learn more about environmental exposures and how to monitor them.

Genetics and Cancer Risk

Knowing your family's health history can help healthcare providers identify patterns that may indicate an increased risk of cancer. This information can be used to create a personalized prevention and screening plan based on your individual risk. Learn more about genetics and cancer risk.