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Lifting up patients through community engagement and research to unlock the cure to melanoma of all types.

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The MRF’s mission is to eradicate melanoma by accelerating medical research while educating and advocating for the melanoma community.

Why We Fight.

Melanoma is the deadliest form of skin cancer.

8,290+

Melanoma claims the lives of over 8,290 Americans every year

25-30

Leading cause of cancer death in young women ages 25 – 30

90%

9 out of 10 cases are considered to be preventable

Our Impact

Funding Melanoma Research

27

Clinical Trials

132

Grants With New Collaborations

276

Published Articles

591

Webinars & Presentations

Oct 16, 2025 ET

Ask the Expert: Mucosal Melanoma – Current and Emerging Treatments, Research and Patient Perspectives

Oct 16, 2025 ET

5th Annual #GetNakedJax

Oct 18, 2025 ET

San Diego Miles for Melanoma 5K

Oct 25, 2025 ET

CURE OM Global Science Meeting

Oct 30, 2025 ET

Ask The Expert: Minimal Residual Disease Testing in Melanoma Management

Oct 30, 2025 ET

24th Annual New York Gala

Nov 02, 2025 ET

Atlanta Miles for Melanoma 5K

Explore Events

Career Development Award

Dan Erkes, PhD

2025

Career Development Award

Daniel Hirschhom, PhD

2025

Career Development Award

Kenneth Hu, PhD

2025

Established Investigator Award

Emily Bernstein, PhD

2025

Established Investigator Award

Lisa Cannon-Albright, PhD

2025

Career Development Award

Mathieu Desaunay, PhD

2025

Career Development Award

Mona Foth, PhD

2025

Established Investigator Award

Thorsten Mempel, M.D, PhD

2025

MRFBC Pilot Translational Award

Hee Won Yang, PhD

2025

Established Investigator Award

Craig Ceol, PhD

2025

Patient Resources

The MRF is committed to providing the most up-to-date education and support resources for melanoma patients and their loved ones.

Find a Treatment Center

Although the MRF cannot recommend a specific doctor, clinic or clinical trial, the Melanoma Treatment Center Finder and Clinical Trial Finder will help you find an experienced melanoma treatment team, as well as give you the opportunity to explore clinical trials. Did you know that clinical trials are often viewed as the best treatment option for Stage II, III and IV melanoma patients? Please remember to use this information as a starting point in your search for a healthcare team that best meets your needs. All information regarding your treatment should be discussed with your healthcare professional.

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