From caring for others to learning to care for herself 

A personal journey from diagnosis to recovery

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Leading with love and not fear

Alicia Grace Chenier is using her lived experience to inspire and advocate for others while reminding everyone that a brain tumour does not define what is possible.  

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Behind every research breakthrough is a person with a story. For these three researchers, personal experiences have shaped their passion for advancing better treatments and outcomes for people affected by brain tumours.

Funded through the generosity of DUNN with Cancer, the 2026 Allison Dunn Elevation Grants in GBM Research and the 2026 DUNN with Cancer Research Fellowship are helping these researchers pursue promising new approaches to glioblastoma.

Meet the researchers behind the science and discover the personal experiences, hope and determination driving their work forward.

Dr. Ying Meng, PhD

2026 Allison Dunn Elevation Grants in GBM Research

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Dr. Xin (Kevin) Wang, PhD

2026 Allison Dunn Elevation Grants in GBM Research

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Dr. Rober Abdo, PhD

2026 Fellowship Grant Recipient

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Applications are now open for the 2026 Brain Tumour Research Grants. Through these grants, Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada is investing in innovative research that aims to improve the lives of everyone affected by a brain tumour. This year's funding will support projects across a range of areas, including basic science, new treatments, clinical trials, health services and public health research.

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Upcoming Events:

• August 19: Brain Tumours, Fatigue and What You Can Do About It (webinar) 
• August 21: BrainWAVE Event - London Majors vs. Chatham-Kent Barnstormers (London, Ont.)  
• August 22: BrainWAVE Event - Big Splash Water Park (Tsawwassen, B.C.) 
• September 19: DUNN with Cancer run (London, Ont.) 

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