Research News
Ernst Lengyel, M.D., Ph.D.
A study published in the journal Oncogene by the research group of Ernst Lengyel, M.D., Ph.D., a previous OCRF grantee and current Scientific Advisory Committee member, has found that the tumor microenvironment can regulate tumor suppressor microRNA in ovarian cancer cells. Scientists hope that targeting the miR-193b molecule could prove effective in the treatment of ovarian cancer metastasis. Read more.
According to research published in the Journal of Clinical Oncology, intraperitoneal (IP) chemotherapy is associated with a long-term survival advantage in ovarian cancer, with the advantage of IP chemotherapy over intravenous chemotherapy extending beyond ten years. Read more.
A study published in Cancer Epidemiology, Biomarkers and Prevention looks at ovarian cancer risk in the general population, finding that there are women in the general U.S. population who have a much higher than average lifetime risk of ovarian cancer. Read more.
                             
OCRF News
OCRF has been named a Top-Rated charity by CharityWatch, the independent charity evaluator founded more than 20 years ago as the American Institute of Philanthropy. Groups given Top-Rated status meet stringent requirements on percentage of budget spent on programs and administration, disclosure of financial information, and additional criteria. To visit the OCRF page on CharityWatch's website, please click here.
The New York Times Publishes OCRF's Letter to the Editor  
A recent Letter to the Editor, co-written by OCRF and Ovarian Cancer National Alliance in response to The New York Times editorial, "Angelina Jolie Pitt: Diary of a Surgery" was published in print and online on March 30th. We're pleased to have the opportunity to further educate and inform the public on this important health issue regarding the lack of effective early detection methods for ovarian cancer, and the need for further research to explore, prevent and treat this devastating disease. 
                             
In the Teal Spotlight
Stand Up for Madeline and OCRF on May 11th  
Tickets and tables are going fast for our annual Evening of Laughter in tribute to the legendary Madeline Kahn. Join us on Monday, May 11th at NYC's Carolines on Broadway for stand-up performances from the hilarious Jeff Garlin, Judy Gold, Robert Klein, Aparna Nancherla, and Steve Rannazzisi. Guests will enjoy cocktails and hors d'oeuvres while bidding on items in an exciting live auction, with all event proceeds benefiting OCRF's research programs in Madeline's memory. To purchase tickets and tables, please click here.
 
Volunteer at Super Saturday LA on May 16th  
OCRF is now accepting volunteer applications for Super Saturday LA. Held at The Barker Hangar in Santa Monica, and hosted by Rachel Zoe and Rodger Berman, and Molly Sims and Scott Stuber, OCRF's Super Saturday LA is a celebrity-filled, day-long fundraiser with discounted designer shopping and fun for the whole family. For more information and to fill out an online application, click here.
                            
OCRF Team Hope All-Stars
On January 25th, Lanita Morrison ran the Lifetime Miami Half Marathon in memory of her mother, Laura Morrison, who passed away from side effects related to her ovarian cancer treatment in March 2013. After raising $6,505 in donations from family and friends, Lanita has decided to up her goal to $10,000 for OCRF. To read more of Lanita's story and help her reach her goal, visit her OCRF Team Hope campaign page.

You can join OCRF Team Hope by creating your very own page or event. Click here to get started, or email Melissa Chemick for more information. You could be our next OCRF Team Hope All-Star!

                             
Upcoming Events 
 
April 12thOCRF's Ovarian Cycle Ride Bannockburn, IL
April 13thTeeing Off for Teal Columbus, GA
April 18th Deer Park, NY
April 25thKelli Hughes Memorial 5K East Lansing, MI
May 3rdOCRF's Ovarian Cycle Ride Syracuse, NY
May 11th14th Annual Stand Up for Madeline and OCRF New York, NY
May 15th - 17thBikers for the Cure Motorcycle Weekend West Dover, VT
May 16thOCRF's Super Saturday LA Santa Monica, CA
May 17thOCRF's Ovarian Cycle Ride Pittsburgh, PA
May 21st9th Annual Robbyn Rothman Memorial Swing for Life Haymarket, VA
June 6th OCRF's Ovarian Cycle Ride Hill Country, TX 
July 25thOCRF's Super Saturday NY Water Mill, NY
 
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