To take a leading role in conquering cancers in our time.
About Us
The Johnson Cancer Center’s multi-disciplinary ensemble of faculty researchers and students, Advisory Council, and administrative staff, as well as its many generous donors, all contribute to the center’s success in achieving its mission.
Mission:
To further the understanding of cancers by funding basic cancer research, and supporting higher education, training, and public outreach
Vision:
To take a leading role in conquering cancers in our time
Goals:
To improve cancer-related research and education
To provide scholarships and fellowships
To enrich the student experience
To educate citizens about cancer and cancer research
Find out more about us
Letter from the Director
As director of the Terry C. Johnson Center for Basic Cancer Research, I offer my most heartfelt thanks to all of you who support the Center. Your gifts allow us to carry on Terry Johnson’s vision of making the most of the impressive resources at K-State to fight cancer through research, as well as training and outreach.
Research and Education Advisory Council
The Council was established in 1980 to provide guidance from the medical, corporate, and private sectors of our community.
Dr. Terry C. Johnson
Terry C. Johnson, the founder and first director of the Center for Basic Cancer Research, was born and raised in Minnesota. He received his B.S. at Hamline University, and his M.S. and Ph.D. at the University of Minnesota.
Spring Awards
Faculty and Students:
Applications for the next round of Innovative Research, Travel Fellowship, and Summer Stipend Awards are due March 1.
