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PROPOSED RESOLUTION
CELEBRATING THE HIPPOCRATIC CANCER RESEARCH FOUNDATION ON ITS 10TH ANNIVERSARY
WHEREAS, the Hippocratic Cancer Research Foundation (HCRF) is recognized as one of the most effective organizations at the Robert H. Lurie Comprehensive Cancer Center of Northwestern University; and
WHEREAS, the inception of the HCRF began in 2014 by four compassionate individuals who wanted to make a difference for humanity and those impacted by hearing the word “cancer”. It was embraced by many, becoming a reality in 2015; and
WHEREAS, Eleni Bousis, with support from Jimmy Bousis, founded and serves as chair of the HCRF where the foundation has raised millions of dollars to support vital cancer research; and
WHEREAS, HCRF’s diverse network of donors will provide the philanthropic support to fund interdisciplinary research teams at the Robert H. Lurie Comprehensive Cancer Center of Northwestern University, empowering their world-class investigators to join forces and address the most urgent questions in the fields of cancer biology and oncology in daring and innovative ways; and
WHEREAS, HCRF offers their supporters an unparalleled opportunity to be directly involved in a health initiative that promises not only to advance cancer research but also to eradicate it and provide direct access to world-renowned medical experts like Dr. Leonidas Platanias, the Director of the Lurie Cancer Center and their team; and
WHEREAS, throughout the years, HCRF has been able to accomplish multiple achievements that have impacted the lives of many; and
WHEREAS, HCRF has helped develop new treatments for hematological malignancies and pancreatic cancer; and
WHEREAS, HCRF has identified potential targets for COVID antiviral therapy and cellular pathways that affect all cancers; and
WHEREAS, HCRF has launched innovative clinical trials for all types of cancer; and
WHEREAS, HCRF supports researchers through the Hippocratic Scholar Awards, which are given annually to researchers who have designed highly innovative, cutting-edge basic science; and
WHEREAS, HCRF's mission is to fuel innovative research to offer new hope to those battling cancer. The HCRF is inspired by Hippocrates' approach to scientific discovery empathetic care; and
WHEREAS, HCRF’s goal is ambitious: to raise millions, as they have successfully done, to ensure that the excellence of Northwestern’s Robert H. Lurie Cancer Center is accessible to all, and to accelerate efforts to eradicate cancer as a disease.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, The Cook County Board President and the Cook County Board of Commissioners do hereby congratulate the Hippocratic Cancer Research Foundation (HCRF) on their 10th Anniversary; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT, this text be spread upon the proceedings of this Honorable Body and that a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to the Hippocratic Cancer Research Foundation (HCRF) in honor of its outstanding work and research and may continue servicing the community.
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