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The ABTA provides resources to support the needs of brain tumor patients & caregivers and funds critical research in the pursuit of discovering breakthroughs.
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ABTA grants ignite the bold ideas that become tomorrow’s breakthroughs. Our advisors and grant recipients share how ABTA funding has advanced their work—and shaped their careers.

Start your application at abta.org/grants
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ABTA grants ignite the bold ideas that become tomorrow’s breakthroughs. Our advisors and grant recipients share how ABTA funding has advanced their work—and shaped their careers.

Start your application at abta.org/grants
November 21, 2025 at 5:40 PM
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The ABTA drives research, innovation, and progress for the brain tumor community. Advancing scientific discovery, empowering patients and caregivers, together we are fueling the fight every single day.

Watch the video: www.youtube.com/watch?v=z39b...

#FueltheFightFundtheFuture #BrainTumorResearch
The American Brain Tumor Association Drives Research Innovation and Progress
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November 19, 2025 at 6:29 PM
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🚨 Applications are now open for 2026 ABTA research grants!
💡 Discovery Grants, Basic Research Fellowships, Research Collaboration & Medical Student Summer Fellowships are available.

Apply now 👉 abta.org/grants

#BrainTumorResearch #ResearchFunding #NeuroOncology #ABTA
November 12, 2025 at 6:51 PM
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We are proud to support Dr. Sherise Ferguson of @mdanderson.bsky.social and her Metastatic Brain Tumor (MBTC)-funded study using NK cell immunotherapy to fight brain and spine tumors.

Learn more: abta.org/metastatic-b...

#BrainTumorResearch #CNSMetastasis #Immunotherapy #MBTC
Metastatic Brain Tumor Collaborative - American Brain Tumor Association
The ABTA is looking to better understand people's knowledge of metastatic brain tumors. To do so, we are launching two surveys.
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October 17, 2025 at 6:05 PM
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We are proud to announce the first-ever collaborative grant focused on CNS metastasis, through the Metastatic Brain Tumor Collaborative (MBTC).

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Together with 10 cancer nonprofits, we’re funding bold research to improve care for patients with metastatic brain tumors.
October 15, 2025 at 3:02 PM
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Thank you to everyone who attended the ABTA 2025 National Conference from September 12–14 in person and virtually.

Join us next year: September 18-20, 2026.

Learn more: abta.org/national-con...

#BrainTumorStrong #BrainTumorAwareness #Connect #BrainCancerSupport #BrainTumor #Community
September 19, 2025 at 3:15 PM
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"You can feel it here."

At the ABTA 2025 National Conference, stories are shared, connections are made and hope comes alive.

Sept 12–14 | Chicago & Online
In-person registration ends August 29!

Join us: bit.ly/ABTA2025NC
August 19, 2025 at 10:56 PM
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🧠 This #GBMAwarenessDay, we’re proud to recognize Dr. Federico Gaiti as July’s #ResearcherOfTheMonth!

His work is uncovering how GBM hijacks brain development—paving the way for new treatments.

Read more: www.abta.org/mindmatters/...
Uncovering GBM's Secrets: How One Researcher is Changing the Way We Understand Glioblastoma - American Brain Tumor Association
In recognition of Glioblastoma (GBM) Awareness Day on July 16, MindMatters recently spoke with Dr. Federico Gaiti, a scientist at the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, whose research is helping to […]
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July 18, 2025 at 8:10 PM
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July 16 is Glioblastoma Awareness Day. Help us give hope to families facing this aggressive disease. To learn more, visit: www.abta.org/glioblastoma... 

#GBMAwarenessDay #GlioblastomaAwarenessDay
July 15, 2025 at 10:19 PM
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🧠 “How do you remove a tumor without damaging the brain?”

New tools like VR and glowing dyes are helping surgeons treat glioblastoma while protecting what makes us us.

📰 Read more: www.abta.org/mindmatters/...

#GBM #BrainTumorStrong #Neurosurgery #Hope #GBMAD
New Advances in Treating Glioblastoma - American Brain Tumor Association
Glioblastoma is a fast-growing brain cancer. It’s one of the most common and serious brain tumors in adults. But even though it’s hard to treat, doctors are working hard to […]
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July 15, 2025 at 12:17 AM
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As #GBMAwarenessDay approaches (July 16), we have a special message for YOU from #GBM Survivor @jasontharp.bsky.social check it out! #glioblastoma #glioblastomaawareness #ABTA2025NationalConference
July 7, 2025 at 4:11 PM
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We’re at #ASCO25! 🧠

The American Brain Tumor Association is proud to support brain tumor research & connect with the cancer care community. Stop by and say hello!

#BrainTumors #NeuroOncology #ABTA #ASCO2025
June 2, 2025 at 6:58 PM
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Visit ABTA at #AACR25! Learn how we’re advancing brain tumor research and supporting the community. #BrainTumorResearch
April 28, 2025 at 5:29 PM