January 27, 2025
About Us
Meet the MRF.
The Melanoma Research Foundation (MRF) is the largest independent organization devoted to melanoma. Committed to the support of medical research in finding effective treatments and eventually a cure for melanoma, the MRF also educates patients and physicians about prevention, diagnosis and the treatment of melanoma. The MRF is an active advocate for the melanoma community, helping to raise awareness of this disease and the need for a cure. The MRF’s website is the premier source for melanoma information seekers.
Our Mission
To eradicate melanoma by accelerating medical research while educating and advocating for the melanoma community.
Latest MRF News
Blogs |
July 2025
#MRFResearchWednesday: Zachary Walsh, 2025 Medi…
“Leveraging T Cell Genetic Variants to Enhance Melanoma Immunotherapies” T cell immunotherapies, which harness the power of a patient’s own immune system to t…
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Blogs |
June 2025
Christy Luth Andrisen, Longstanding Member of t…
“Dad loved spending time with his family. He cherished being together, from spontaneous dinner gatherings to afternoon visits, to holidays and birthday celebrations. He w…
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Press Release
Miss Illinois Teen USA Emcees Chicago Miles for… Learn More
Blogs
Mika’s Story: Staying Postive and Proacti… Learn More
Blogs
2025 ASCO Annual Meeting: Uveal Melanoma Update… Learn More
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Meet Our Team
The MRF is led by a dedicated staff, Board of Directors and Scientific Advisory Committee united in a common mission: to bring about a world without melanoma.
